KHAN BBQ RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE AND POST.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES POSTED. MUST HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHENEVER TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED OR SERVED AND ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE(S) MUST BE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: MULTIPLE UNCOVERED FOOD CONTAINERS IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST COVER TO PROTECT FOODS.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE - Comments: FOUND COOKED CHICKEN PREPARED BETWEEN 12-1 PM COOLING IN REAR DISH AREA AFTER 3:30 PM AT 113.4F. ITEM VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DURING INSPECTION. COOLING COOKED TCS FOOD MUST BE COOLED FROM 135F TO 70F IN 2 HOURS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.

Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.

Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 48.1F AND COOKED RICE 46.7F BOTH INSIDE OF COOLER, YOGURT SAUCE AT 69.7F AND SALAD AT 69.9F BOTH IN FRONT PREP AREA, COOKED CHICKEN AT 113.4F IN DISH AREA. MANAGER DISCARDED PRODUCTS. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PRIORITY 7-38-005) SEE CITATION VIOLATION #20.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MULTIPLE REFRIGERATION UNITS MISSING CONSPICUOUSLY PLACED INTERNAL THERMOMETERS. MUST PROVIDE FOR EACH REFRIGERATION UNIT.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MULTIPLE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME. MUST LABEL ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH CONTENTS NAME.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: SIGHTED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY. 2 LIVE COCKROACHES ON WALL AND FLOOR BY DISH-MACHINE. 1 LIVE COCKROACH ON WALL IN 1ST FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM. 1 LIVE COCKROACH ON DOOR TO BASEMENT DRY FOODS STORAGE ROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL SERVICE BY PEST CONTROL COMPANY.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NUMEROUS DEAD FLIES ON SHELVING IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACES.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOOD CONTAINERS ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTH STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES IN FRONT PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: FOUND DISHES AND POTS/PANS IN DISH AREA NOT INVERTED DURING STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT WHILE STORED.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND RUSTY SHELF IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FOR EASY CLEANING AND SMOOTH SURFACE, MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FREEZER, AND REFRIGERATOR IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. COUNTERS IN FRONT PREP AREA HAVE ACCUMULATED RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND LIQUID SEEPING FROM PIPE IN WALL IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND WET MOP STORED ON FLOOR NEXT TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HANG WET MOPS TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND UNFINISHED WOOD USED AS A BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OR REPLACE TO ENSURE A SMOOTH SURFACE AND EASY CLEANABILITY. MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND WALLS IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND DISH AREA WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLATTER. FOUND DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER, REAR DISH AREA, AND 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND PEELING WALL IN 1ST FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM, BROKEN WALL BASEBOARD OUTSIDE OF STORAGE OFFICE, FLOOR TILES IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF REGROUTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: FOUND MULTIPLE LIGHT BULBS AT VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA MISSING PROTECTIVE SHIELDING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: FOUND MULTIPLE LIGHT BULBS AT VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA MISSING PROTECTIVE SHIELDING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.