FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
LA CENTRAL BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 20, 2013
Canvass
License #1868489
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: LIVE HOUSE FLIES (OVER 15) NOTED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED FLY STRIP HANGING FROM CEILING OVER PREP TABLE. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND USE APPROVED PEST CONTROL DEVICES. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: STOPPERS MISSING FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF DISPLAY CASES, INCLUDING DOOR TRACKS, AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DOUGHNUT FRYER AND ALL COOLERS, EXTERIOR OF TRASH RECEPTACLES NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: INADEQUATE LIGHTING, NUMEROUS LIGHTS OUT IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: INADEQUATE LIGHTING, NUMEROUS LIGHTS OUT IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
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CDPH Food Protection