PASS
Risk 1 (High)
OSAS AFRICAN RESTAURANT & CATERING SERVICES Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 29, 2015
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License #1770713
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS/SPLATTER ON THE WOODEN SHELF WHERE THE 3 MICROWAVES ARE STORED, RUBBER GASKETS AND INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE FREEZER UNIT, EXPOSED HAND SINK BOWL, AND THE DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAL CLEAN THE ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS 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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS/SPLATTER ON THE WOODEN SHELF WHERE THE 3 MICROWAVES ARE STORED, RUBBER GASKETS AND INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE FREEZER UNIT, EXPOSED HAND SINK BOWL, AND THE DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAL CLEAN THE ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection