JIMMY'S PIZZA CAFE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE BAR. MUST POST SIGNAGE.

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-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN DISHWASHING AREA NOT SET UP AT THIS TIME UNABLE TO VERIFY SANITIZING CONCENTRATION. TAGGED FOR NON-USE AND INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT WHEN MACHINE HAS BEEN REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND OPERATIONAL.

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS CONSPICUOUSLY PLACED IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS WALK-IN COOLERS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD MOUSE ENTRAPPED IN MOUSE TRAP IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD MOUSE AND ENSURE THERE ARE NO DEAD RODENTS THROUGH OUT ESTABLISHMENT.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NO SPLASH-GUARD BETWEEN BAR HAND SINK AND UTENSIL RACK. MUST INSTALL A WASHABLE SPLASH-GUARD.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE MIXING BOWL IN BASEMENT PREPARATION ARE TOO LARGE FOR THREE COMPARMTENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR WASHING, RINSING, AND SANITIZING.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED BATHROOM DOOR LOCATED IN BASEMENT NEAR OFFICE NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SPRING FOR THE DOOR TO ENSURE THAT IT IS SELF CLOSING.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNUSED ITEMS IN BASEMENT UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS, KEEP CLEAN ,ORGANIZED AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

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 FLOORS AND WALLS IN WALK-IN COOLERS IN REAR KITCHEN AREA AND BEER COOLER IN BASEMENT WITH STAINS AND DIRT. ALSO WALLS AND FLOOR OF WALK-IN USED FOR DRY STORAGE HAD STAINS AND DIRT. OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL LOCATED IN THE STORAGE ROOM AT THE NORTH EAST SIDE OF DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR HOLE IN WALL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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 FLOORS AND WALLS IN WALK-IN COOLERS IN REAR KITCHEN AREA AND BEER COOLER IN BASEMENT WITH STAINS AND DIRT. ALSO WALLS AND FLOOR OF WALK-IN USED FOR DRY STORAGE HAD STAINS AND DIRT. OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL LOCATED IN THE STORAGE ROOM AT THE NORTH EAST SIDE OF DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR HOLE IN WALL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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.