FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JAMAICA JERK VILLA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 11, 2018
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License #2464558
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: FOUND THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: CHICKEN, MAC N CHEESE, CHICKEN BREASTS, AND CURRY CHICKEN. ALL FOOD ITEMS WERE IN THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES 56.2 DEGREES - 119.6 DEGREES. ALL FOOD ITEMS WERE DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE 50 POUNDS $150.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: HANDSINK IN FRONT BAR AREA IN POOR REPAIR AT TIME OF INSPECTION. HOT WATER HANDLE WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY HANDLE WAS STRIPPED NOT ALLOWING WATER TO BE TURNED ON. REPAIR PERSON ARRIVED TO CORRECT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 1 COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENTS IN FRONT BAR AREA IS NOT DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WAH RINSE AND SANITIZE GLASSWARE IN PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERSE THE LARGE POTS THAT ARE BEING USED AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A LARGER SINK. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED IN REAR PREP AREA. WORN AND DISCOLORED WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT THIS TIME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE BAR GUN AND HOLDERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. ALL SHELVES, PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR IN SIDE STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR TILES ARE BROKEN AND MISSING, FLOORING IN THE KITCHEN NOT COMPLETE. TILES MUST BE INSTALLED. COVING MUST BE REPAIRED IN KITCHEN. THE FLOORS IN KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTERS AND BUILD UP.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTERS AND BUILD UP.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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