NEW LINE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: Observed hand sink in rear of kitchen, near 3 compartment sink with no soap or paper towels. This hand sink also had a black linen covered sheet tray covering the wash bowl, making the sink not easily accessible. Instructed hand sink must be easily accessible with soap, paper towels, hot and cold water at all times, to ensure proper hand washing. Manager removed items from hand sink and provided soap and paper towels during inspection. 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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager onsite, while potentially hazardous foods (chicken, chili, etc.) are being prepped/served. Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager certificate posted. Instructed must post original city of Chicago certified food manager certificate in plan view at all times. Must have city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous are being prepped/served. 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: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspected report # 1971158 on 11/09/16 Must correct the following previously issued minor violations: #33 NOTED PINKISH SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE FRONT FACE OF THE ICE MAKING DROP PLATE IN THE UPPER COMPARTMENT. NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE COOK LINE PREP TOP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THESE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN. #34 OBSERVED TRAYS OF FOOD AND BOXES OF PRODUCE BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR. #41 OBSERVED BROOMS BEING STORED ON THE GROUND NEXT TO THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL BROOMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR. NOTED EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS BEING STORED ON RESTAURANT SUPPLY SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS SEPARATELY FROM RESTAURANT SUPPLIES. 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 IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Observed 2 bulk containers of tortilla chips on the cook line with no proper labels. Instructed manager that all bulk food items must be properly. Must maintain same.

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: Observed duct used as a means for repair in the following area: pipes under the 1 com sink and walk cooler door. Observed cardboard and tin foil used as a liner on cooking equipment near the walk in cooler. Duct tap, card board and tin foil are not permitted for use in prep area. Must remove all. Observed raw wood on wall near dish washer. Instructed manager to seal or paint. All surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable and non porous. Observed peeling paint and rust on shelving unit in walk in cooler. Must resurface, seal and or paint to make smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Observed beer cooler gaskets with food/debris and slimy black substance. Must remove. Detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Observed lower interior of deep fryer with excessive debris. Instructed manager to remove. Clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Observed black slimy substance in the following area: on caulking at the dish machine area, caulking at 3 compartment sink and caulking at the mop sink. Instructed manager to remove. Detail clean and sanitize and reseal/surface. Must maintain same.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Observed beer cooler gaskets with food/debris and slimy black substance. Must remove. Detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Observed lower interior of deep fryer with excessive debris. Instructed manager to remove. Clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Observed black slimy substance in the following area: on caulking at the dish machine area, caulking at 3 compartment sink and caulking at the mop sink. Instructed manager to remove. Detail clean and sanitize and reseal/surface. Must maintain same.

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.