PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NEW PARADISE BAKERY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery
April 20, 2023
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2831624
13
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
8
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
13
Violation #15
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: 3-302.11 (A:3-8) (B) OBSERVED UNWRAPPED FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER AND ON SHELVING ACROSS MIXERS THAT NEED TO BE COVERED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER.
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.
Food Code Requirement
Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.
Specific Requirements
Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-305.11, 3-302.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 OBSERVED INGREDIENTS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITH NO LABEL IDENTIFYING THE COMMON NAME IN FINISHING AREA UNDER TABLE, COOKING AREA ON TABLE AND SHELVING ACROSS FROM LARGE MIXERS. INSTRUCT MANAGER TO LABEL CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D) UNLABELED CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE PREPACKAGED FOODS IN DISPLAY AREA. MUST LABEL ITEMS WITH FOOD NAME, INGREDIENTS AND SOURCE.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-903.12 DISPOSABLE UTENSILS AND CONTAINERS STORED IN CABINET UNDER FRONT SERVICE COUNTER HAND SINK. MUST REMOVE ITEMS FROM UNDER SINK.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 USING MILK CRATES FOR SHELVING IN BASEMENT, FOOD PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-603.15 OVER-SIZED EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURE ON HOW THESE ITEMS THAT CANNOT FIT IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WILL BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA ACROSS FROM MIXERS. FOOD DEBRIS ON RACKS AND IN CABINETS IN BASEMENT AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR WATER LINES TO FRONT COUNTER ESPRESSO/CAPPUCCINO MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE SO THAT IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT: CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIES, PIPES, CONDUITS, UNUSED EQUIPMENT. PALLETS, BRICKS AND CRATES AT OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND STORE ALL ELSE TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT EDGE OF GRATE ON FLOOR IN REAR COOKING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 LITTER AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT, WALK-IN FREEZER, WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11 HOLES IN BASEMENT CEILING AROUND CONDUITS AND PIPES. MUST SMOOTHLY SEAL ALL OPENINGS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11 HOLES IN BASEMENT CEILING AROUND CONDUITS AND PIPES. MUST SMOOTHLY SEAL ALL OPENINGS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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