JERK MAN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SOAP IN FACILITY UPON ARRIVAL TO INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ARE STOCKED WITH HAND WASHING SOAP. MANAGER INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO BUY SOAP FROM LOCAL STORE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED

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.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED 4 RODENT DROPPINGS DIRECTLY ON TURKEY TIPS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD IS PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION FROM PESTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50-55 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOOD IS HELD AT 31 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED: 10 POUNDS OF YAMS, 10 POUNDS MAC AND CHEESE, 5 POUNDS BRISKET, AND 7 POUNDS OF WINGS ($100). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED 3 DOOR COOLER WITH INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 54 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COOLERS REACH A TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN WALK IN COOLER, FRONT SERVICE AREA, DRY STORAGE AREA, AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA; OBSERVED 4 LIVE MAGGOTS IN FACILITY; OBSERVED LARGE 20 FLIES THROUGHOUGHT FACILITY; OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND TO SANITIZE AREAS, ALSO INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 4 MAGGOT CARCASSES IN FOOD PREP SINK; OBSERVED INSECT CARCASSES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL INSECT CARCASSES.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12 OBSERVED LARGE WHITE CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES.

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.