PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
NEW TASTE OF CHICAGO INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 2, 2019
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2560851
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED THAT KIT MUST INCLUDE ALL NECESSARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN POLICY INCLUDING A DISPOSABLE MOP, PLASTIC GLOVES, FACE MASK, AND APPROPIATE SANITIZER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING FOR REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS, GROUND BEEF, STEAK,ETC. INSTRUCTED THAT FOOD MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH THE DATE BY WHICH THE FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, DISCARDED OR COMSUMED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #25
MINOR
Violation Details
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED WITH REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE FOR UNDERCOOKED FOODS SERVED, BEEF DISHES,( HAMBURGERS). INSTRUCTED PIC THAT A CONSUMER ADVISORY MUST BE POSTED ON MENU FOR ANY RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS SERVED .FOOD ITEMS MUST BE DISCLOSED WITH REMINER STATEMENT.PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Food Code Requirement
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11(C)
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,( KETCHUP, HOT SAUCE, FLOUR,ETC) NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. ANY FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED.
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 #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEEE.MUST PROVIDE
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEEE.MUST PROVIDE
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection