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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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 MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BASEMENT MEN'S WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR 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.

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.