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JOY YEE NOODLE SHOP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JOY YEE NOODLE SHOP 2139 S CHINA PL, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
March 7, 2024 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2008459
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FRONT SMOOTHIE PREP AREA, NEAR THE COOKING LINE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN THE TOILET ROOMS NEAR THE DINING AREA WITHOUT HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP-FRYING UNIT, ON THE BASIN OF THE SPRAYER SINK NEAR THE DISHWASHING MACHINE, ON THE DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT, INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND UNUSED WALK-IN COOLER ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11: OBSERVED NO SPLASHGUARD AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: AT THE FRONT SMOOTHIE PREP AREA AND ACROSS FROM THE COOKING LINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA, BOTH NEAR CLEAN DISHWARE. MUST INSTALL AN EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASHGUARD IN THE MENTIONED AREAS.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11: OBSERVED ONE EMPLOYEE IN THE FRONT SMOOTHIE/ TO GO AREA WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WALLS UNDER THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINKS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE SINGLE EMPLOYEE TOILET STALL NEAR THE ICE MACHINE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS OBSERVED DURING THE INSPECTION AND MENTIONED IN THE PEST CONTROL SERVICE REPORT TO ELIMINATE POTENTIAL HARBORAGE POINTS FOR PEST.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WALLS UNDER THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINKS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE SINGLE EMPLOYEE TOILET STALL NEAR THE ICE MACHINE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS OBSERVED DURING THE INSPECTION AND MENTIONED IN THE PEST CONTROL SERVICE REPORT TO ELIMINATE POTENTIAL HARBORAGE POINTS FOR PEST.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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