FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 13, 2021
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2565164
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12 (A): BOTH HANDWASH SINKS IN PREP AREA WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE; 56.0F-64.0F. INSTD TO REPAIR BOTH SINKS AND HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT 100F-120F AND MAINTAIN. INSTD TO UTILIZE HANDWASH SINK IN REAR. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-602.11(B-E): INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE PANEL NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) EXCESSIVE GREASE AT INTERIOR CABINETS OF FRYERS AND ALL ATTACHED PIPING/LEGS/WHEELS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) EXCESSIVE GREASE AT INTERIOR CABINETS OF FRYERS AND ALL ATTACHED PIPING/LEGS/WHEELS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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