KING GYROS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTIES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER RINING REGISTER,THEN HANDLED MONEY AND PUT ON PLASTIC GLOVES AND PLACED A PITA BREAD ON THE GRILL AND ALSO 6LBS. SHREEDED LETTUCE BEING CUTTING ON CUTTING BOARD AND NOT ABLE TO WASH HANDS DUE TO LACK OF RUNNING WATER ON SITE .FOOD PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. MUST BE ABLE TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.APPX. 6LBS. $18.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 30LBS.PREPACKAGED RAW STEAK AT 49.3F-50.5F ON DRAIN BOARD OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 30LBS. $106.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNACE ROOM ON FLOOR AND INSIDE OF FURNACE,REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASES AND IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CRATES OF POP AND WINDOW LEDGES,ON LEDGE UNDERNEATH REGISTER AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/14/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

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.

WASHING FRUITS & VEGETABLES - Comments: OBSERVED LETTUCE BEING CUT BUT NOT ABLE TO BE WASHED DUE TO LACK OF RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

GLOVES USED PROPERLY - Comments: OBSERVED GLOVES BEING MISSED USED DURING FOOD PREPARATION.

Improper glove use spreads contamination worse than bare hands.

Single-use gloves must be used correctly.

Wash hands before donning; Change when contaminated; Change between tasks; Single use only; Not a substitute for handwashing.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE SPILLAGE OF BLOOD FROM CHICKEN IN REAR 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,GRILL TABLE DEBRIS BUILD UP.

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.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT NOR COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE COMING OUT OF ANY FAUCETS AT SINKS MENTIONED SUCH AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOMS FOR HAND WASHING,3- COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WASHING AND SANITIZING DISHES,MOPSINK FOR MOPPING FLOOR AND TOILET IS NOT ABLE TO FLUSH AFTER USAGE. MUST RESTORE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE ON PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)

Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.

Adequate hot and cold running water required.

Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM FLOOR IN REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AREA.

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: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM FLOOR IN REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AREA.

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.