NORTH SHORE BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #30810 DATED 8/28/09. #32- CAULKING IN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM WITH OPEN CRACKS/CREVICES,MUST SEAL.#34- FLOOR OF WEST PREP AREA WALK IN FREEZER MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #35- HOLE IN WALL OF WEST PREP EMPLOYEE WASHROOM, MUST SEAL. #38- MUST REMOVE THREADED NOZZLE ON UTILITY MOP SINK OR PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE. CITATION ISSUED,SERIOUS 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LABEL/NAME OF THE PRODUCT ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS UNDER THE PREP TABLES AND ON THE STORAGE AREAS.

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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL ALL THE BULK CONTAINERS LID AND EXTERIOR AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN ALL THE WIRE RACKS SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLES.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE GREASE TRAP BOX UNDER THE 2 COMPT SINK. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR THE FLOOR TILES.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED WALLS INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE ROOM, MUST REPAIR,MAKE SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE PREP AREA AND INSIDE THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM, MUST REPLACE. FAN GUARD INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WITH DUST BUILT UP, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKING ON THE HOT HANDLE OF THE 2 COMPT SINK, MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKING ON THE HOT HANDLE OF THE 2 COMPT SINK, MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.