LITTLE CAESAR'S PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: WE(MANAGER AND MYSELF)OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS OF PREMISES: AROUND HOT WATER AND INSIDE THE INSULATION OF WATER TANK APPROX 40 MICE DROPPINGS; BEHIND THE GREASE BOX 15 MICE DROPPINGS; UNDER THE SHELVES, NORTH-EAST CORNER,AND ALONG THE WEST WALL AT REAR STORAGE AREA,OBSERVED APPROX 45-50 DROPPINGS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS MENTIONED. 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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO PROOF OF A VALID CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRESENTLY PREMISES IS OPERATING HANDLING FOOD:SAUSAGE,CHEESE ETC. A LEAST ONE PERSON ON DUTY IS CERTIFIED DURING ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-012

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED,WATER WITH FOOD PARTICLES BACKING UP AT MIDDLE COMPARTMENT SINK,ALSO GREASE BOX UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK EXTREMELY RUSTED WITH EXTERIOR PANELS BUBBLE-UP, EXTREMELY SOFT TO THE TOUCH,WASTE WATER SIPPING FROM MENTIONED AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID GREASE BOX AND REPAIR SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 7-30-14,REPORT #142398 #37-WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR #42-OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS, USING VISORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR NETS/HATS THAT COVER TOP AND BACK OF HEAD FOR FOOD HANDLERS, SAID RESTRAINTS MUST BE EFFECTIVE TO CONSTRAIN HAIR. SAME VIOLATIONS WERE OBSERVED TODAY SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: GRIMES AND DUST BUILD-UP ON CORNERS AND BEHIND SAFE UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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: HOLE ON WALL ABOVE THE COVING BETWEEN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALL,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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: HOLE ON WALL ABOVE THE COVING BETWEEN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALL,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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.