LEE WING WAH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND THE AREA NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: ON THE FLOORS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREAS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN AN OPENING BEHIND THE STOVE UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, INSIDE A PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD, AND ON THE SHELF UNDER THE POSBANK COMPUTER UNIT AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD ROACHES FROM FACILITY AND MAINTAIN.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED THE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER NOT COVERED, WHILE UNATTENDED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER MENTIONED ICE BIN AND MAINTAIN.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE ABOVE THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY CLEAN ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE 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.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.