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KEN TONE'S DRIVE-IN SINCE 1968 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

KEN TONE'S DRIVE-IN SINCE 1968 551 W 18TH ST, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
April 4, 2018 Canvass License #2550736
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: FOUND 10 POUNDS OF SLICED AND DICED CUT TOMATOES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATUREOF 46-47 DEGREES. TOMATOES WERE AT 3 DIFFERANT PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD TOMATOES. TOTAL VALUE $20.00 10 POUNDS CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: 2 REAR EXIT DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED. LARGE GAPS AT BOTTOM AND SIDES OF DOORS. DOORS MUST BE TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT DOORS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM SEPT 7, 2017 REP #2081670 #33 CLEAN EXTERIOR/SIDES OF HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT OF GREASE BUILD-UP #34 CLEAN FLOOR AROUND AND BETWEEN HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG COOK LINE OF GREASE BUILD-UP/SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WORN, WITH DEEP CUTS AND DISCOLORED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN SHELVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND STORAGE AREAS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER AND BUILD UP. OPENING AROUND PIPES AT FRONT HANDSINK MUST BE SEALED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

Health Department Information

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