LA CENTRAL BAKERY V Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED BAKERY RACKS IN FRONT DISPLAY AREA AND TRAYS WITH FOOD ON THEM WITHOUT PROPER PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD FOR SALE AND ON DISPLAY FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE MUST BE PROPERLY PROTECTED WITH SNEEZE GUARD OR OTHER PROTECTIVE BARRIER. 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: OBSERVED REAR DOOR WITH QUARTER INCH GAPS ALONG THE TOP AND SIDES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL GAPS AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE THAT THE DOOR IS INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED WALL VENTILATION FAN IN REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT AN INTERIOR SCREEN OR COVER AND VISIBLE GAPS ALONG OUTSIDE COVER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SCREEN OR COVER TO ENSURE THAT VENTILATION FAN IS INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. 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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOOD ITEMS IN WALK IN COOLER AND REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER LABELS. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AND MAINTAINED.

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: OBSERVED LARGE REAR PREP TABLE WITH CHIPPED PAINT ON LEGS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, PAINT, AND MAINTAIN. FOUND HAND SOAP DISPENSER MOUNTED ON WALL ABOVE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. OBSERVED PROOFER GASKETS DAMAGED ON BOTH COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BULK FOOD IN FRONT SELF SERVICE DISPLAY CASES WITH NO SELF CLOSING DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SELF CLOSING DOORS.

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: OBSERVED FRYER IN REAR PREP AREA WITH GREASE BUILUP IN LOWER COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND MULTIPLE ITEMS IN FURNACE CLOSET AND OFFICE ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND STORE AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL ABOVE PREP TABLE NEXT TO OVEN WITH CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT/SEAL WALL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL ABOVE UTILITY SINK WITH GAPS ALONG BOTTOM EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL GAPS AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL ABOVE PREP TABLE NEXT TO OVEN WITH CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT/SEAL WALL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL ABOVE UTILITY SINK WITH GAPS ALONG BOTTOM EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL GAPS AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.