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J & J FISH & CHICKEN Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

J & J FISH & CHICKEN 6814 S STONY ISLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60649 Restaurant
May 2, 2019 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1938693
13
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
9
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

13
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SIGNS ARE NEEDED IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED THERMOMETERS ARE NEEDED INSIDE OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 OBSERVED TCS FOODS (RAW CHICKEN, RAW FISH, COLESLAW) AND DRY STORAGE (FLOUR, BREADING) OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCTS COMMON NAME ON THE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR IS NOT TIGHT FITTING WITH A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #43
MINOR
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 3-304.12 OBSERVED UTENSILS BEING STORED DIRETLY INSIDE OF ALL OF THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS (FLOUR). INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE SCOOPING UTENSILS BETWEEN USE.
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
Violation #45
MINOR
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-502.13 OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED AS FOOD STORAGE BAGS. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS AND ONLY USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE.
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-102.11 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A FLOOR LINER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO RE-USE CARDBOARD.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B) OBSERVED COLESLAW MIXING MACHINE WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BY THE REAR TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.13 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG ALL WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, GREASE CONTAINER AND HOT WATER HEATER IN THE REAR. OBSERVED STANDING WATER LOCATED BY THE FLOOR GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 OBSERVED OLD DIRTY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL OLD EQUIPMENT OR CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE EQUIPMENT.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 OBSERVED OLD DIRTY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL OLD EQUIPMENT OR CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE EQUIPMENT.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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