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JAMAICA JERK VILLA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

JAMAICA JERK VILLA (AKA: JAMAICA JERK VILLA TAVERN) 10 E CERMAK RD, CHICAGO 60616 Liquor
May 13, 2014 License License #2252966
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: NO REFRIGERATION UNIT OBSERVED BEHIND BAR; PROVIDE. UNIT MUST HOLD AT 40F OR BELOW.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED BAR AREA ENTRANCE NOT PROTECTED FROM CUSTOMERS; MUST INSTALL A BARRIER PREVENTING CUSTOMERS FROM ENTERING BEHIND BAR. MANAGER STATES THAT SWINGING DOORS WILL BE INSTALLED.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
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: FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. REAR EXIT DOOR ALSO NEEDS TO BE SEALED AT THE SIDE CORNER. (BOTH DOORS ARE SCHEDULED TO BE REPLACED PER EMPLOYEE ON SITE). PER EMPLOYEE OWNER WILL USE THE SAME DISPOSAL COMPANY AND PEST CONTROL COMPANY AS ITS RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR AT 8 E CERMAK RD; A SEPERATE LOG BOOK MUST BE PROVIDED FOR THE TAVERN.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICES FOR BOTH WASHROOM DOORS; TO MAKE SELF-CLOSING.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICES FOR BOTH WASHROOM DOORS; TO MAKE SELF-CLOSING.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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