MINGHIN CUISINE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Catering

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED A MALE EMPLOYEE TOUCH HIS NOSE WITH HIS BARE HAND AND THEN WENT RIGHT BACK TO PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES WASH THEIR HANDS WHEN TOUCHING THEIR FACE, MULTI-TASKING, BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES, ETC. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A)

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: FOUND 3 OUT OF 4 HAND WASHING SINKS WITH NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 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.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED A LIVE SMALL MOUSE ON THE PREMISES AND TOO MANY TO COUNT MICE DROPPINGS IN THE MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL ROOM, IN THE CORNERS UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT, ALL ON THE STAIRS LEADING TO THE 2ND FL., ALL IN THE CORNERS AND MIDDLE OF THE FLOOR ON THE 2ND FL.; UNDER THE STORAGE RACKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREAS. ALSO, MUST ELIMINATE ALL SMALL AND BIG FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE MOUSE AND DROPPINGS, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: THERE WAS NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SHRIMP, PORK, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES DURING THE PREPARATION OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR THE SANITIZER USED AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR THE SANITIZING OF THE MULTI-UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-030

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1932915 DATED 06/16/2016 WERE NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: 32-OBSERVED THE CONDENSATION LINE IN THE COOKING LINE WALK-IN COOLER DRIPPING WATER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. FRONT WALK-IN FREEZER EXCESSIVE ICE AROUND DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. 33-OBSERVED THE REAR FILTERS OVER OVEN DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN REAR COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALSO FRONT MIXERS, AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. 34-OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN SIDE STORAGE AREA, REAR COOKING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER KEEP FLOOR DRY. ALSO CLEAN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. 35-OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR STORAGE/RESTROOM ARE MISSING/WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN WALLS IN 2ND. FLOOR RESTROOM. 38-OBSERVED BROKEN VENTILATION FAN IN THE 2ND. FLOOR RESTROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REAIR. 41-OBSERVED CLUTTER 1ST FLOOR STAIRWELL, AND 2ND. FLOOR STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED. 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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLERS HAVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT/STORAGE RACKS HAVE DROPPINGS, DIRT AND FOOD ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS CLOGGED AND HAS WATER SITTING AT THE TOP RIM. INSTRUCTED TO FIX 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: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND CRACKS IN THE WALLS AND CEILING. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: THERE IS NO LIGHT SHIELD FOR THE LIGHT INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER (BY THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THERE IS A COUPLE OF LEAKS AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN. -THERE ARE LARGE POTS TOO BIG FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REMOVE THE LARGE POTS OR INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERGE THE LARGEST POT. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THERE IS A COUPLE OF LEAKS AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN. -THERE ARE LARGE POTS TOO BIG FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REMOVE THE LARGE POTS OR INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERGE THE LARGEST POT. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.