LAKE FRONT CITGO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Convenience

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN WASHROOM AND BEVERAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BEVERAGES STORED IN THE REAR ROOM ON POP CRATES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ON SHELVING, ITEMS SHOULD BE 6" OFF THE FLOOR. MAINTAIN SAME.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR THE SANITIZING AGENT USED TO SANITIZE THE UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN KIT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 NO CITATION ISSUED

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE SHELF UNDER THE COFFEE STATION WITH DRENCH PAPER TOWELS AND DEBRIS. THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH THICK DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP AND THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A BLACK LIKE MOLDY SUBSTANCE ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED TO BE CLEANED IN THE REAR, UNDER THE SINKS, IN THE CORNERS, IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND UNDER ALL STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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: FLOORS NEED TO BE CLEANED IN THE REAR, UNDER THE SINKS, IN THE CORNERS, IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND UNDER ALL STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.