JERSEY MIKES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL HANDWASH SINKS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED GAPS IN THE CURRENT SNEEZE GUARD THAT IS PROTECTING OPEN FOOD STORAGE AT THE PREP COUNTER AND A MISSING SNEEZE GUARD DIRECTLY NEXT TO THE DELI SLICER ALONG WHERE THE DELI CASE COOLER IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SNEEZE GUARD WHERE NEEDED AND TO ADD TO CURRENT SNEEZE GUARD SO THAT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS ARE PROTECTED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND EXCESSIVE CONSTRUCTION BUILDING DEBRIS MATERIALS IN THE REAR EXTERIOR GARBAGE DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ANY UNNECESSARY ARTICLES.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE VENTILATION HOOD. MUST PROVIDE.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE VENTILATION HOOD. MUST PROVIDE.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.