MATCHA CITA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY INFORMING EMPLYEES OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE, INFORMATION ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND ACTIVITIES AS THEY RELATE TO DISEASES THAT ARE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-10. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK CONVENIENTLY LOCATED TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP WHERE EMPLOYEES CAN WASH HANDS AND NO HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT FRONT COFFEE PREPARATION AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(c). INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HANDINK THAT IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE IN THE COFFEE PREPARATION AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA. ALSO CAN RELOCATE HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP TO MIDDLE OF PREP AREA WHERE IT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN BOTH OF THE TOILET ROOMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS IN THE TOILET ROOMS AT ALL TIMES. NO CITATION ISSUED.

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 NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES. PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK MUST CONTAIN REPORTS FROM A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR THAT PROVIDES INSECT AND VERMIN SERVICES AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR AND IDPH PEST CONTROL LICENSE #. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(c).

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND CARDBOARD BOXES PREVENTING LID CLOSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b). INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE THAT GARBAGE DUMPSTERS ARE NOT OVERFLOWING AND MUST MAINTAIN. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND DUST ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE 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: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE 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.