KING'S CHOP SUEY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN MEAT IN A CONTAINER ON THE COUNTER, NOT UNDER REFRIGERATION OR COLD RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REFRIGERATE OR PUT UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER TO THAW FOOD ITEMS RAPIDLY.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: ALL REACH-IN COOLERS ARE IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS ARE IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING AND AIR DRYING BEFORE STORING IN A COMMON BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

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: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING; REPLACE IF DARK IN COLOR WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STEAM TABLE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS THROUGHOUT ARE IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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: UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT, SIDE ROOM STORAGE, AND FRONT AREA MUST BE REMOVED. ALL ITEMS MUST BE ORGANIZED AND UP OFF THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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: HEAT AND AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILDUP. THE ELECTICAL OUTLET ABOVE THE RICE WITH SO MUCH DUST MUST BE DETAIL CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.

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: HEAT AND AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILDUP. THE ELECTICAL OUTLET ABOVE THE RICE WITH SO MUCH DUST MUST BE DETAIL CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.

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.