PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
KAI SUSHI Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 29, 2019
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2252323
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (RAW TUNA ) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: 3-501.13 OBSERVED FISH THAWING IN VACUUM SEALED PACKAGING LOCATED IN REACH IN COOLER OF FOOD PREP AREA. . PACKAGING STATES FISH SHALL BE REMOVED FROM PACKAGING BEFORE THAWING.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: 3-501.13 OBSERVED FISH THAWING IN VACUUM SEALED PACKAGING LOCATED IN REACH IN COOLER OF FOOD PREP AREA. . PACKAGING STATES FISH SHALL BE REMOVED FROM PACKAGING BEFORE THAWING.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection