PASS
Risk 1 (High)
MAY MAY GOURMET FOOD INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 10, 2024
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #1249768
7
Total Violations
2
Major
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE HOT HOLDING UNITS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.12: OBSERVED BUCKETS OF BEANS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE STORED ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN AND WITH FOOD ENCRUSTED IN THE EQUIPMENT. ALSO, OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE THE MICROWAVES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE MORE FREQUENTLY AND CLEAN THE MICROWAVES AND MAINTAIN.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE OUTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE COLD HOLDING UNITS (THE HINGES OF THE DOORS AND THE DOORS OF THE EQUIPMENT) WITH FOOD ENCRUSTED AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MENTIONED EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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: 6-201.11: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, AND REAR DOUGH/ BAKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL FLOORS TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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: 6-501.12: OBSERVED THE WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH DRIED FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN, ESPECIALLY NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD AND HANDWASHING SINK IN MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED WALLS.
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: 6-501.12: OBSERVED THE WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH DRIED FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN, ESPECIALLY NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD AND HANDWASHING SINK IN MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED WALLS.
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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