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MONTGOMERY PLACE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

MONTGOMERY PLACE 5550 S SHORE DR, CHICAGO 60637 Long Term Care
March 16, 2015 Canvass License #2204614
13
Total Violations
5
Critical
5
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

13
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS 2LBS-PESTO SAUCE 44.1F,1 LB.ROSEMARY SAUCE 44.7F,1.5 LBS. FISH SAUCE 44.8F,1/2 LB. SHELLED EGGS 65.2F,1.5 LBS COOKED STEAK 45.6F,1.5 LBS. DICED TOMATOES 44.3F,1.5 LBS MILK 44.8F-48.5F,1LB. COOKED PASTA 50.2F,12LBS. LIQUID EGGS 45.8F-49.8F, 1LB. COOKED CHICKEN 45.4F.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX 25 LBS. $79.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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.
Violation #13
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACH INFESTATION APPX 200 ON UNDER SIDES OF STEAM AND PREP TABLES ,PREP COOLERS MOTORS ,ON FLOOR CRAWLING ON MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD AND DEBRI ,ON WALLS AND BROKEN WALL BASES UNDER AND NEXT TO ABOVE MENTIONED EQUIPMENT ON PREPPING LINE IN PREP AREA,ON FLOOR UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND ON FLOOR BEHIND MOTOR OF DISH MACHINE.ALSO REAR DELIVERY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR SWEEP.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/16/15.(CRITICAL 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.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS EGGS,GRITS,HAM,ETC.MUST PROVIDE AND POST CERTIFICATE.(SERIOUS 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.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST COVER SILVER WARE SETTINGS ON DINING ROOM TABLES.MUST INVERT ALL MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2-DOOR PREP COOLER,PREP WALK IN COOLER,WALK IN FEEZER,MILK WALK IN COOLER,MILK & FRUIT REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM 2- DOOR PREP COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP COOLERS,FRYERS,KETTLE,OVENS,HOT HOLDING UNITS,DISH RACK CARTS,GRILL TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,DISH RACKS,FRYERS,BREAD RACKS,ROLLING CARTS,ALL SHELVING UNITS INCLUDING IN WALK IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES,CAN OPENER,UNDERSIDES OF ALL EQUIPMENT.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND MOP SINK CLOSET.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL ACCESS PANEL BEHIND ICE MACHINE,BROKEN AND DAMAGED WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS AND MUST GROUT THE SAME.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.,HOLE IN WALL UNDER HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DISH AND POP STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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.
Violation #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN DRYFOOD STORAGE AND POP AND DISH STORAGE AREA.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN DRYFOOD STORAGE AND POP AND DISH STORAGE AREA.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

Health Department Information

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