PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
NOODLES & COMPANY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 6, 2017
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License #2134279
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (PASTA, CHEESE, CHICKEN) PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE, WITH CERTIFICATE POSTED, AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON THE WIRE RACK IN THE CENTER OF THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED A LIGHT SHIELD MISSING ON THE FIXTURE NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE WASTE PIPING UNDER THE PRE-WASH SINK NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAK. ALSO OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK DRAIN IS SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG THE DRAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE WASTE PIPING UNDER THE PRE-WASH SINK NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAK. ALSO OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK DRAIN IS SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG THE DRAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection