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LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY (AKA: REFECTORY/SOLA CAFE) 1100 E 55TH ST, CHICAGO 60615 Restaurant
January 24, 2020 Canvass License #3624677
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED PACKAGED DESSERTS, COOKIES, PARFAITS, SLICED FRUIT DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH NO FOOD LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL EACH INDIVIDUAL PACKAGED ITEM WITH INGREDIENTS, NET WEIGHT, ALLERGENS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS AND GLASSWARE NOT COVERED/INVERTED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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.
Violation #45
MINOR
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SINGLE USE CONTAINERS AND UTENSILS NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND SELF-SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CONTAINERS AND UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION .
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING UNDER FRONT COUNTER IN PASTRY DISPLAY AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SHELVING AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA AND 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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