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Risk 1 (High)
LOAVES & WITCHES Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery
April 22, 2025
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License #2971810
6
Total Violations
6
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS/PREPARERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR/BEARD RESTRAINTS.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS/PREPARERS MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING / UNIFORMS / APRONS THAT COVER EXPOSED ARMPITS AND TORSOS.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE PAINT GALLON AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR SHELVING IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TABLE TOP CAN OPENER NOTED DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: BLACKEN, MOLDY CAULKING AT THE DISH AREA HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE.-----EXCESSIVE DUST ON THE CEILING VENTILATION AND LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHING AREA AND ENTRANCE TO THE WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.----MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT MAKING FLOORS UNACCESSIBLE TO CLEAN AND MONITOR. MUST REMOVE ALL CRATES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: BLACKEN, MOLDY CAULKING AT THE DISH AREA HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE.-----EXCESSIVE DUST ON THE CEILING VENTILATION AND LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHING AREA AND ENTRANCE TO THE WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.----MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT MAKING FLOORS UNACCESSIBLE TO CLEAN AND MONITOR. MUST REMOVE ALL CRATES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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