LONDONHOUSE HOTEL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: THE PERSON IN CHARGE WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE DURING THE INSPECTION, WHILE TCS FOODS, SHRIMP, EGGS, BEEF, ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST POST HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINKS IN FOOD PREP AREAS AND BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO POST 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.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOUND STAFF IN KITCHEN PREP AREA, PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT A HAIR NET. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIME WHEN PREPARING FOOD, AND MAINTAIN.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MUST INVERT DISHES STORED ON STORAGE SHELVES IN FOOD PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, BETWEEN THE SINK AND THE PREP TABLE. BEHIND THE BAR BETWEEN THE SINK AND THE ICE BIN (ROOT TOP). INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND MISSING ICE BIN COVERS BEHIND OUTDOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL COVERS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS AND WATER ON FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER, UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, AND SMALL DRY STORAGE ROOM. 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: FOUND MISSING HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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: FOUND MISSING HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.