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KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 4200 W 55TH ST, CHICAGO 60632 Restaurant
August 26, 2021 Complaint License #2565164
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #3
CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE A VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
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 #21
CRITICAL
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE: COOKED CHICKEN RANGING FROM 125.0F-127.8F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTD TO MAINTAIN HOT FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. CHICKEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 15LBS $60 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF UTILITY SINK BASIN NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/STAINED SURFACE. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THICK UNEVEN CAULKING AT 3-COMPARMTENT SINK. INSTD TO REPLACE CAULKING AND MAINTAIN
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF UTILITY SINK BASIN NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/STAINED SURFACE. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THICK UNEVEN CAULKING AT 3-COMPARMTENT SINK. INSTD TO REPLACE CAULKING AND MAINTAIN
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

Health Department Information

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