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Risk 1 (High)
KRISPY KRUNCHY CHICKEN Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 25, 2022
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2141683
10
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
6
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
10
Violation #1
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: 2-101.11 PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
Why This Matters
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
Food Code Requirement
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11, 2-102.12
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 BULK FLOUR CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 3-304.14 WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED HANGING ON THE SPLASH GUARD AT THE REAR DISH AREA HAND WASHING SINK. MUST PROPERLY STORE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INTERIOR LID OF THE BOX FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR. CRACKED, BROKEN WITH EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B) INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND ICE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 THE PREP TABLE CAN OPENER HOLDER IS EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----RUSTY RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE TALL REACH-IN COOLERS. MUST REMOVE ALL RUST OR REPLACE.---DIRTY METAL RACK SHELVING ABOVE THE MICROWAVE OVEN.----EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP WITH DIRT AND DRIPPING GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----DIRTY/GREASY EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD DEBRIS STORED IN DRY, DRY FOOD STORAGE. MUST STORE EQUIPMENT CLEANED.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST IN THE HOOD VENTILATION ABOVE THE DEEP FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 WATER-DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.MUST REPLACE. PEELING WALLPAPER THROUGHOUT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST REMOVE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 WATER-DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.MUST REPLACE. PEELING WALLPAPER THROUGHOUT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST REMOVE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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