KUMA'S CORNER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND MISSING ITEMS FOR VOMIT SPILL KIT INCLUDING NO DISINFECTANT RATED FOR NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005. MUST PROVIDE.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS LOCATED AT THE COOKS LINE AND THE BAR HAND WASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE COOKS LINE HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE. SINK BLOCKED BY LARGE SHEET PAN AND GARBAGE CAN. EVIDENCE OF SINK BEING USED FOR FOOD PREP/DUMP SINK WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE SINK. REVIEWED THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AND USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF HAND WASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. SEE THE ADDITIONAL VIOLATION #10 FOR CITATION.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD IN COOKS LINE COOLERS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. VEGGIES BURGERS AT 45.9F, ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS AT 55.4F, CHEESE AT 45.9, EGGS AT 54.5, GOAT CHEESE AT 45.1. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. ESTIMATED 30 LBS WITH AN ESTIMATED VALUE OF $500.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREPARED, TCS, READY TO EAT FOODS THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS. FOODS NOTED WITH PREPARATION DATE ONLY. FOODS SUCH AS HAM DATED 2/27, COOKED PORK DATED 2/29, CHILI DATED 2/26 AND PREPARED GREEN LEAFY LETTUCE DATED 3/3 AND WITH NO DATE. ALL FOOD DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT STATED TOTAL 200 LBS WITH AN ESTIMATED VALUE OF $1,500.00. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND REMINDER/DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS NOT PROPERLY WRITTEN INSIDE MENU.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. MUST PROVIDE.

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE. COOLER FOUND AT 62.1F WITH FOODS SUCH AS EGGS AT 54.5F AND ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS AT 55.4F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(SALT, FLOUR,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT DRY FOODS/CLEAN DISH STORAGE ROOM. FLIES NOTED ON LARGE BAGS OF STORED ONIONS, ON WALLS, ON STORED CLEAN DISHES. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN ALL EFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD PREPARERS, COOKS MUST WEAR BEARD RESTRAINTS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED CLEAN STORED DISHES, UTENSILS, POTS AND PANS BEING STORED ON DIRTY SHELVING, ON WASTE WATER SEWER LINES, DIRECTLY NEXT TO SEWER SUMP PUMP. MUST REMOVE ALL FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT FROM THE SUMP PUMP ROOM AND STORE IN A CLEAN, PROTECTED STORAGE AREA.

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: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO QUATERNARY CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE FOR THE QUATERNARY SANITIZER THAT IS BEING USED FOR THE BASEMENT DISH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE BAR AREA WITH DIRT AND DUST.----BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES INSTALLED AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE. MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL LEAVES, PAPER DEBRIS, RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE REAR PATIO AROUND ALL STORED ITEMS.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ON BOTH CEILING VENTS IN THE WASHROOMS.----GREASE ON WALLS ON THE COOKS LINE AND NEXT TO COOKS LINE HAND WASHING SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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: ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, PLASTIC CONTAINERS AND BUCKETS STORED ON THE GROUND OF THE REAR PATIO MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.

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 NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. FLOOR MATTING MUST BE CLEANABLE.----FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS WITH DIRT, GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, WET SOILED LINENS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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: ALL HOLES, OPENINGS, CREVICES, CHIPPING PLASTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ALONG ALL BASEBOARDS, ON ALL WALLS BEHIND THE BAR, IN THE BASEMENT PREP, BEHIND ICE MACHINE, ALL STORAGE AREAS MUST BE SEALED/REPAIRED TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. EXPANDING FOAM SEALANT THROUGHOUT THE BAR/PREP USED MUST BE REMOVED TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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 FLOORS,WALLS, AND CEILING NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT LOWER LEVEL PREPARATION/DISH WASHING/FOOD STORAGE. MUST PROVIDE.

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 FLOORS,WALLS, AND CEILING NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT LOWER LEVEL PREPARATION/DISH WASHING/FOOD STORAGE. MUST PROVIDE.

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.