NEW TAZA BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL AN ACCESSIBLE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK TO THE SOUTH END PREP/PIZZA OVEN AREA. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK/EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IMPROPERLY LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM CUSTOMER USE WASHROOM. MUST RELOCATE THE SINKS OR PROVIDE PHYSICAL DIVIDER BETWEEN CUSTOMER WASHROOM AND SINKS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPACKAGED BREADS ON DISPLAY FOR SALE MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND LIST OF INGREDIENTS.

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 NOT USE PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING IN FOOD BAKERY AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SPRAY FOAM SEALANT USED AROUND ELECTRICAL BOX ON THE WALL DIRECTLY NEXT TO AND ABOVE FLOOR STAND MIXER. MUST NOT USE SPRAY FOAM TO SEAL OPEN GAPS HOLES IN WALLS. WALLS MUST BE PROPERLY SEALED, SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE MATERIAL. MUST SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALLS, OPENINGS AND CREVICES ALONG FLOOR AND BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT THE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. PEELING PLASTER ON THE CEILING IN THE FLOUR STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.