PASS
Risk 1 (High)
OPEN KITCHENS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Catering
May 22, 2024
Complaint
License #2845962
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED EQUIPMENT/ KITCHENWARE NOT PROPERLY AIR DRIED BEFORE STORAGE ON SHELVING RACKS IN DISHMACHINE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSARY WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND SOIL RESIDUES ON SURFACES WHERE SEASONINGS ARE STORED. NOTED WALLS IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH BLACK MOLD-LIKE AND DIRT BUILT ON WALLS DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN REAR PREP AREA IN FRONT OF DISHWASHING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN REAR PREP AREA IN FRONT OF DISHWASHING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection