MAYFLOWER RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: Observed large container of cooked rice at stored on prep table at improper temperature, 60.2 degrees. Approximate weight 10lbs. Cost $7.00. Manager corrected during inspection and voluntarily discarded and denatured the food. Also, instructed manager on proper storage temperatures for potentially hazardous foods. Cold foods must be stored below 41 degrees, while hot foods should be stored above 140 degrees. Critical violation 7-38-005 (A)

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: Observed no paper towels available at exposed hand sink, in prep/cooking area. Manager corrected during inspection. Paper towels provided, during inspection. Instructed managers to always have paper towels at exposed hand washing station at all times. Critical Violation 7-38-030

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Observed no pest control log available on site. Instructed manager to have pest control log book available at all times. Observed front bottom door not rodent proof. With an opening of 1/4 inch gap at the bottom of the door. Instructed manager to rodent proof door and maintain. Serious Violation 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspection report #1975837, issued on 11/21/16 "33-Observed the lower compartments of all cooking equipment, as well as the doors, gaskets, and handles of all coolers to have dirt and food debris accumulated on surfaces. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. 34-Observed dirt and debris on the floors under and around equipment and along wall bases. Instructed facility to clean and maintain" Instructed manager to correct and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed freezer top cover in poor repair. Instructed to repair or replace. Observed rust on storage racks and storage shelving, in rear dry storage area. Instructed to paint or replace equipment, to ensure that the surfaces are properly designed. Observed food improperly stored in original containers,. e.g. been paste, vegetables and mandarin oranges. Instructed to transfer to food grade container. Also, observed card board lining, in use on shelving units. Instructed to remove to prevent pest harborage.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Observed the following areas in need of cleaning: -Exterior of grease trap with excessive grease. -Walk in cooler shelving units with food and debris. -Storage shelves units throughout with food and debris. -Sides of all cooking equipment and interiors surfaces of microwave oven, with food and debris. -Food cart with excessive food and debris.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed missing floor base board tile loose, rear area near mop sink. Instructed manager to reseal, repair and maintain.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed ventilations in kitchen area with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain. Also, observed peeled and cracked ceiling tile above walk in cooler. Instructed to replace and maintain.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed ventilation in toilet area not working. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Observed no food thermometer in all cooler areas. Instructed manager to provide conspicuous food thermometer in all cooler area.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Observed no food thermometer in all cooler areas. Instructed manager to provide conspicuous food thermometer in all cooler area.

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.