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JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF INC (AKA: JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF) 4401 N SHERIDAN RD, CHICAGO 60640 Restaurant
June 21, 2018 Complaint License #3892
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: NOTED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND THE ICE CREAM MACHINE AND ICE MAKER WHEN WATER IS OPENED FROM THE HAND WASH SINK OF THE FRONT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030.
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 #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED OVER 60 RAT DROPPINGS AND 20 FRUIT FLIES AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- BEHIND THE ICE CREAM MACHINE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA, BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER AT THE SECOND PREP AREA, AT THE REAR PREP TABLE, BEHIND THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE AND AT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA, FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH MEAT SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ESPECIALLY WHERE THE RAT DROPPING WERE FOUND INCLUDING THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AND ALSO THE GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDERNEATH THE COOKING STOVE AND WHERE EVER NEEDED.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- -MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENING ON WALLS -CEILING AND ALONG PIPING THROUGHOUT PREMISE. -STAINED CEILING TILES AND DUSTY CEILINGS AT THE FRONT DINING AREA. -WALLS BEHIND THE COOKING STOVE SPLASHED WITH GREASE AND DIRT. -WATER LEAKING FROM THE CEILING AND COLLECTING INTO A CONTAINER AT THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAIR ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS, LEAKING CEILING AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- -GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE EXHAUST HOOD OF THE GRILL MACHINE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. - NOTED NO SPLASH GUARD AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK BY THE PREP TABLE AT THE ROOM WITH CHEST FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD. -NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- -GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE EXHAUST HOOD OF THE GRILL MACHINE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. - NOTED NO SPLASH GUARD AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK BY THE PREP TABLE AT THE ROOM WITH CHEST FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD. -NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.

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Division Food Protection Program
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