NOODLES & COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED -

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED TO RESIDENTS (CHICKEN, SOUPS ETC). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. A LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WHEN FOOD IS HANDLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP. UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER ON DUTY PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT SAID SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOOD STORED IN COOLERS MUST HAVE A LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: WE OBSERVED LIVE FLYING INSECTS ON-SITE IN DIFFERENT AREAS: DISHROOM 10 UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK AND ON WALLS. BETWEEN RACKS (5 OR MORE)WHICH RACKS ARE STORED ON THE FLOOR, THEY ARE USED TO WASH MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINES. FOUR INSIDE SOAPS AND SPONGE RACK ABOVE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. SIX ON THE WALL ABOVE AND UNDER THE TWO-COMPARTMENT SINK. AT THE STORAGE AREA, THREE ON BOXES, AND TWO WERE ON THE WALL. FOUR FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALL IN THE HALLWAY BY THE TWO UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE INSECTS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUTER OPENINGS ARE NOT PROTECTED. REAR DOOR WITH 1/4" TO 1/2" GAP AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. SEAL TO MINIMIZE RODENT INSECT ENTRY.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MINERAL AND BLACK SLIME BUILD-UP AT INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO DELIMER AND MAINTAIN

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WE OBSERVED EXCESS GRIMES, DEBRIS, AND WATER UNDER HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE, THREE AND TWO-COMPARTMENT SINKS, ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS. ALSO, FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHROOM WITH EXCESS BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WE OBSERVED EXCESS GRIMES, DEBRIS, AND WATER UNDER HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE, THREE AND TWO-COMPARTMENT SINKS, ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS. ALSO, FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHROOM WITH EXCESS BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.