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Jason Wok Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

Jason Wok (AKA: Jason's Wok) 1014 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60612 Restaurant
April 23, 2014 Short Form Complaint License #2021498
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY LABEL PREPARED AND PRECOOKED FOOD ITEMS WITH NAME AND DATE. ALSO LABEL LARGE AND SMALL STORAGE CANTAINER WITH NAME
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS. ALSO REMOVE RUST FROM THE LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN GARBAGE CANS TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO MUST DETAIL CLEAN TOILET ROOMS FOR CUSTOMERS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF WOKS, EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINET OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE, VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOMS OF ALL PREP TABLES IN FRONT AND REAR OF KITCHEN, EXTERIOR DOORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA, STORAGE ROOM, TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS ALSO FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE DEFROSTED AND CLEANED.
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: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE OVER THE MOP SINK. WALLS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE FRONT PREP AREA BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,HAS GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE OVER THE MOP SINK. WALLS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE FRONT PREP AREA BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,HAS GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP
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.

Health Department Information

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