PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
MR SALSA TAQUERIA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 26, 2010
Complaint
License #1596802
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA,AND STAFF/CUSTOMERS WASHROOM WITHOUT PAPER TOWELS.OBSERVED CUSTOMERS(CONSTRUCTION WORKERS) COMING OUT FROM WASHROOM DRYING HANDS ON THEIR SHIRT AND PANTS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIME,FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.PAPER TOWELS PROVIDE BY THE MANAGER.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO59000-16
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PROVIDE SCOOPS FOR FOOD PRODUCTS STORED IN COOLERS(DO NOT USE FOAM CUPS,AND DO NOT STORE ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD. FOUND REAR DOOR OPENED INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED A TIGHT FITTED SCREEN DOOR OR KEEP DOOR CLOSED.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PROVIDE SCOOPS FOR FOOD PRODUCTS STORED IN COOLERS(DO NOT USE FOAM CUPS,AND DO NOT STORE ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD. FOUND REAR DOOR OPENED INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED A TIGHT FITTED SCREEN DOOR OR KEEP DOOR CLOSED.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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