MOTEL SLEEPERS, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: DISHWASHER MACHINE NOT OPERABLE AT THIS TIME.MANAGER UNABLE TO OPERATE AT THIS TIME.MUST OPERATE AT NEXT INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD DRINK SERVICE AREA FOR WAITRESS WHEN FOOD ORDERS ARE READY.MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.MUST CONTACT LICENSE PEST CO FOR SERVICE.MUST PROVIDE LOG BOOK.ALSO FRONT MAIN ENTRY DOORS AND ENTRY DOOR IN PUMP ROOM 163 APPROX 1/4 INCH.MUST REPAIR.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED -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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE. 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOOD EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN AT THIS TIME,SINKS,COOLERS,ETC.MUST CLEAN.

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: OPENINGS/GAPS ALONG ALL FLOORS,MISSING BASEBOARDS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: LINEN,LAUNDRY ROOM,MOP ROOM AT RESTAURANT,ROOMS 249,253,253,229,234,ALL FURNANCE ROOMS,STORAGE AREAS,ETC.MUST INSTALL.

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: MISSING CEILING TILES IN SOME STORAGE,ELECTRICAL ROOMS,AND OPENINGS AROUND PIPES IN CEILING AREAS. AND PIPES IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR

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: NO ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER.MUST INSTALL.

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: UNABLE TO WORK VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THIS TIME.MUST REPAIR.ALSO NO GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL

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: UNABLE TO WORK VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THIS TIME.MUST REPAIR.ALSO NO GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL

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.