LA BAGUETTE NORTH, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILTY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE /PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

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: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT ONLY HANDWASHING STATION IN BASEMENT LEVEL OF BAKERY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) PAPER TOWELS WERE PLACED AT HANDSINK DURING INSPECTION

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 1ST FLOOR CUBBY NEXT TO MEN'S ROOM ACROSS FROM STAIRS. ALONG WALLS AND UNDER SHELVES OF STORAGE ROOM ON LOWER LEVEL ROOM WITH DOORS LEADING TO GARBAGE AREA. ON BOLIADORA MACHINE IN BASEMENT LEVEL NO LONGER IN USE. MUST REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DOOR ON LOWER LEVEL EXITING TO EDGEWATER STREET NOT RODENTPROOF. LARGE GAP ON TOP OF DOOR AND GAPS ON RIGHT SIDE OF DOOR. DOOR MUST BE TIGHT FITTING AND COMPLETELY RODENTPROOF. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED CONDENSER DRIPPING NEAR CONTAINER OF FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER. ALL FOOD MOVED DURING INSPECTION. ANY DRIPPING MUST BE ABATED AND FOOD MUST BE PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES DURING STORAGE.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED IN USE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH O PPM OF CHLORINE CONCENTRATION IN SANTIZER SOLUTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 SANITIZER CONCENTRATION WAS CORRECTED TO 100PPM DURING INSPECTION.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PLUMBING LEAK UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ON MAIN LEVEL. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN CONDENSATE BUILT UP ON CONDENSER OF WALK IN COOLER AND DRIPPING ONTO FLOOR. MUST REMOVE FROZEN CONDENSATE AND MAINTAIN WALK IN COOLER. MUST ELIMINATE DRIPPING CONDITION.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISREPAIR: IN BASEMENT ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CLOSE CEILING AND MAINTAIN. ON MAIN LEVEL ACCROSS FROM PROFFER CORNER OF CEILING IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. WALL ON MAIN LEVEL ACCROSS FROM PROOFER IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR 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: OBSERVED FLOOR/ WALL JUNCTURES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, LOWER LEVEL AND 1ST FLOOR CLOSED WITH FOAM SEALANT. ALL FOAM MUST BE REMOVED AND FLOOR/WALL JUNCTURES MUST BE CLOSED AND RESTORED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION. OBSERVED FOAM SEALANT USED ALL AROUND LARGE GARAGE ROLLER DELIVERY DOOR. ALL FOAM MUST BE REMOVED AND ROLLER DOOR MUST BE SEALED PROPERLY.

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: OBSERVED FLOORS IN BASEMENT UNDER LARGE STANDING MIXERS NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST RESTORE SURFACE OF FLOORS TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.

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: OBSERVED FLOORS IN BASEMENT UNDER LARGE STANDING MIXERS NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST RESTORE SURFACE OF FLOORS TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.

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.