FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NIMBUS-5 LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Shared kitchen
July 29, 2024
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License #2961948
9
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED TEMPERATURE OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 130F. INSTRUCTED REPAIR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN WASH SOLUTION IN SPRAY TYPE WAREWASHERS THAT USE HOT WATER TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 150F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED
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: OBSERVED SPEED RACKS IN LARGE REAR WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND BUILDUP ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SPEED RACKS IN SAID AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BUILDUP UP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR OF ZONE 5. OBSERVED BUILDUP ON FLAT TOP GRILL, OVEN TOP AROUND EYES AND EXTERIOR OF DOORS ON DOUBLE STACKED OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID EQUIPMENT 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: OBSERVED NON WORKING TOILETS IN THREE STALLS IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM AND ONE NON WORKING URINAL IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING TOILETS IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM AND NON WORKING URINAL IN MEN'S WASHROOM.(NOTE SAID MEN AND WOMEN'S WASHROOMS HAVE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING TOILETS AND URINALS.) OBSERVED NON WORKING PREP SINK IN KITCHEN 7. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING ROOM OF ZONE 1/2. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF SAID THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE OF 77.2F AT HANDWASHING SINK IN ZONE 5 NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. (NOTE: THERE ARE TWO OTHER HANDWASHING SINKS INSIDE ZONE 5 PREP AREA AT PROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE.)
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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN FIRST STALL ON SIDE WITH TWO WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE STALLS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN SAID STALL FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED NON WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILUP ON FILTERS IN HOODS IN ZONES 2,3,4 AND 5.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FILTERS IN HOODS IN ZONES 2,3,4 AND 5 AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILUP ON FILTERS IN HOODS IN ZONES 2,3,4 AND 5.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FILTERS IN HOODS IN ZONES 2,3,4 AND 5 AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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