FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
KATE & JAN HOT DOGS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer
April 26, 2017
License
License #2528402
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This mobile food preparer was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 26, 2017. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/PAINT RAW WOOD.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/PAINT RAW WOOD.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
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