FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
KIM'S HOME COOKING Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 21, 2023
Complaint
License #2609714
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 21, 2023. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASH AND RINSE DISHES BUT NOT SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL DISHES ARE SANITIZED AFTER BEING WASHED AND RINSED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD THERMOMETER ON SITE FOR MEASURING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE METAL STEM FOOD THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD THERMOMETER ON SITE FOR MEASURING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE METAL STEM FOOD THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection