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JJ FISH & CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JJ FISH & CHICKEN 5500 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO 60651 Restaurant
September 17, 2013 Complaint 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.
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 ENTIRE HOOD AREA, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT-UP, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, AND CLEAN WHITE INTERIOR SHELVES INSIDE COOLERS. ALSO DEFORST AND CLEAN INSIDE THE REACH IN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP.
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 ENTIRE HOOD AREA, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT-UP, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, AND CLEAN WHITE INTERIOR SHELVES INSIDE COOLERS. ALSO DEFORST AND CLEAN INSIDE THE REACH IN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP.
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
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections