NEW PUNJAB SWEET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPING INSIDE THE CABINET IN THE FRONT AREA,WITH EMPTY BOXES,OVER 8 TOTAL. ALSO FOUND EVIDENCE OF LIVE BABY ROACHES TOTAL 4,BEHIND THE PREP TABLE; BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,TOTAL 3; AND TOTAL 1, ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUUCTED TO ELIMINATE ROACHES,CLEAN,REMOVE ALL GREASE AND SANITIZE SURFACES. REMOVE THE MICE DROPPING AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS WHERE THE MICE DROPPINGS ARE FOUND. RECOMMEND ADDITIONAL INSPECTION BY PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS, 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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. WITH WATER AND GREASE ALL OVER THE LID AND GREASE DRIPPING AROUND THE RIM OF THE LID. ALSO ,OUTSIDE SURROUNDING AREAS WITH DEBRIS ,BEHIND THE GREASE CONTAINER AND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL THE GREASE CONTAINER AND CLEAN THE SURROUNDING AREAS AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT, DATED 4/4/11, POSTED ON THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO POST THE SUMMARY REPORT AND MUST BE VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMER. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS, 7-42-010B.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH SALT,FLOUR,RICE,SUGAR ,ETC. MUST PROVIDE LABEL ,COMPANY'S NAME. ADDRESS, ZIP CODE, LIST OF INGREDIENTS IN ORDER OF THEIR PREDOMINANCE BY WEIGHT,LIST OF ANY ARTIFICAIL COLOR,ARTIFICAIL FLAVOR, OR PRESERVATIVE USED,COMMON OR USUAL NAME OF THE PRODUCT ON ALL PRE PACKAGED FOOD/PASTRIES FOR SALE.

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: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE DRY STORAGE SHELVE WITH RICE AND BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CAULKING ALONG THE SPLASHGUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND AROUND THE MOP SINK, WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE AND WORN OUT. MUST RE CAULK NAD MAINTAIN.

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: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL THE CARTS,PREP TABLES, COOKING STOVE EXTERIOR PART,CHOPPING BOARD, COOLERS, ALL THE DINING TABLES, AND DINING CHAIRS, ALL THE CABINETS,ALL COOKING UTENSILS, AND ALL THE BULK CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR THRU-OUT. ALONG THE WALL BASE (WITH GREASE BUILD-UP), ALL CORNER ,BEHIND AND UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS, INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER,UNDER ALL COOLERS AND PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN.

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: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE WALLS BEHIND THE PREP TABLES AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. STAINED CEILING TILES TRU-OUT PREMISES,AND MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER, MUST REPLACE. HOLES TRU-OUT THE WALLS BEHIND THE DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS, MUST SEAL ALL HOLES AND CLEAN THE WALLS.

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: MISSING END CAPS AND MISSING CEILING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND PROVIDE END CAPS. MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELD BY THE HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN. BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB BY THE HOOD AND ABOVE THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.

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: LEAKING ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,MUST REPAIR.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND MUST PROVIDE.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND MUST PROVIDE.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.