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JJ FISH & CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JJ FISH & CHICKEN 5500 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO 60651 Restaurant
May 23, 2013 Canvass License #1249006
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA.
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: FOUND RUSTY RACKS IN THE WALKIN COOLER. MUST REMOVE THE RUST AND PAINT THSM WITH NON TOXIC PAINT.
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 STORAGE SHELVES BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE REACHIN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP INSIDE THE UNIT.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE REACHIN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP INSIDE THE UNIT.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections