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NUEVO LEON BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

NUEVO LEON BAKERY 4062 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 Bakery
August 11, 2011 Canvass License #33489
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL ON FLOOR BEHIND UNUSED OVEN,IN MOTOR OF OVEN,ON FLOOR UNDER PAPER CUP STORAGE,REAR STORAGE AREA WALLS HAS OPENINGS TO OUTSIDE EXTERIOR WALLS & CEILING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,SEAL OPENINGS IN WALLS & CEILINGS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/11/11. (SERIOUS 7-38-020).
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #278057 8/5/10 NOT CORRECTED.#33 MUST CLEAN & SANITIZE COOLERS,CHEST FREEZERS,LARGE MIXERS,DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES,CARTS,STOVE,FRONT SERVICE AREA CABINETS.#34 MUST REPAIR FLOOR THRU-OUT PRODUCTION AREA,REPLACE FLOOR TILES IN FRONT AREA & CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT,UNDER,BEHIND EQUIPMENT,AT CORNERS & ALONG WALLS.#35 MUST REPAIR WALLS & CEILINGS THRU-OUT PREMISES,PAINT WALLS & SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.#41 MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES,CLEAN & ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS.MUST APPLY A SEALANT ON RAW WOOD SURFACES.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN HOOD,FILTERS,STORAGE CABINETS,CAN OPENER,UNUSED EQUIPMENT & SINKS,PRESSOR,EXHAUST FAN,WINDOW SILLS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR HOLE IN TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS,END CAPS & BURNT OUT BULBS.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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