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LAESPIGA DE ORO BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

LAESPIGA DE ORO BAKERY 2456-2458 S DRAKE AVE, CHICAGO 60623 Bakery
September 12, 2014 Canvass License #2522
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: LIVE AND DEAD GERMAN ROACHES NOTED ON FLOOR UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND ALSO AT LARGE OVEN. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS
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.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: DRY STORAGE BINS NOT LABELED. INSTD TO DO SO.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING LIDS FOR DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. PROVIDE 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ROLLING CARTS, INTERIOR OF ROLLING STORAGE CABINETS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER INNCLUDING LEGS, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM (BEING USED FOR PROOFER) IN POOR REPAIR, UNFINISHED SURFACES AND NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN, PAINT AND REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM (BEING USED FOR PROOFER) IN POOR REPAIR, UNFINISHED SURFACES AND NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN, PAINT AND REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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