LA BOULANGERIE FOOD TRUCK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: TRUCK NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. FACILITY SELECTED FOR STORING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE TRUCK DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS PER CITY CODE (I.E. FACILITY IS TOO SMALL). INSTRUCTED TO SELECT A FACILITY THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE THE MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THE TRUCK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF THE REAR SCREEN DOOR AND TO PROVIDE A SCREEN TO THE SIDE SERVING WINDOW. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

INSIDE CONTAINERS OR RECEPTACLES: ADEQUATE NUMBER, PROPERLY COVERED AND INSECT/RODENT PROOF - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN PER CITY CODE. MAINTAIN SAME.

Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.

Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.

Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED/IN POOR REPAIR. ALL THREE DRAINS ARE EXTREMELY CORRODED, THERE ARE NO STOPPERS, THERE ARE HARD WATER STAINS AT THE BOTTOM SURFACE AND THE WATER DOES NOT COMPLETELY DRAIN, IT SITS IN THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CORRECT LICENSE NUMBER(S) ON THE SIDES OF THE TRUCK PER CITY CODE.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE DAMAGED SPLASH GUARD ATTACHED TO THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MAINTAIN SAME. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE LOWER SURFACE UNDER THE 3-COMP. SINK.MAINTAIN SAME.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE TOP SURFACE OF THE CLEAN WATER SUPPLY (REMOVE RUST LIKE STAINS). MAINTAIN SAME.

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE TOP SURFACE OF THE CLEAN WATER SUPPLY (REMOVE RUST LIKE STAINS). MAINTAIN SAME.

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.