MR BEEF Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NOTED NO HAND WASH SOAP AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAND SOAP AT THE HAND WASH SINK. CITATION ISSUED FOR 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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY OR CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED ( CHICKEN,ROAST BEEF, DELI MEATS, SALADS ETC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND A CITY CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED FOR 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1459990 DATED 05/21/2014 NOT CORRECTED. #32)NOTED SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND REAR PREP TABLE LINED WITH CARD BOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACES.#38) NOTED GAS STOVE BY THE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE REAR WITH NO HOOD OR PROPERLY VENTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HOOD OVER THE STOVE VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE.#43) NOTED WASH CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE. STILL INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ABOVE VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED FOR 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 IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS WITH NAME OF PRODUCTS, USE BY DATE OR PREPARED BY DATE INCLUDING BULK ITEMS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND REAR PREP TABLE LINED WITH CARD BOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACES.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED GAS STOVE BY THE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE REAR WITH NO HOOD OR PROPERLY VENTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HOOD OVER THE STOVE VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE.

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: NOTED GAS STOVE BY THE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE REAR WITH NO HOOD OR PROPERLY VENTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HOOD OVER THE STOVE VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE.

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.