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PANADERIA CORAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

PANADERIA CORAL 3807 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 Bakery
June 22, 2011 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1617250
10
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #13
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: Inspector Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.OBSERVED A RODENT INFESTATION OF RODENT DROPPINGS MORE THAN 150 SCATTERED ON FLOORS & SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREMISES BEHIND GRILL TABLE,LOWER BAKERY DISPLAY UNIT,NEXT TO OVEN,BEHIND GREASE TRAP IN MIDDLE PREP AREA,BEHIND PREP TABLE,UNDER POT & PAN SHELVING UNIT,BEHIND UNUSED OVEN,LOWER SHELVES IN REAR PREP AREA,BEHIND DOUGH MACHINE,BAKERY STORAGE CABINET IN REAR PREP AREA,NEXT TO FURNANCE,IN BASEMENT ALONG WALLBASES & ARTICLES STORED ALONG WALLS.ALSO EVIDENCE OF 15 OR MORE LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON FLOOR NEAR OVEN & AT REAR DOOR ADJACENT TO REAR PREP AREA & BEHIND BAKERY CABINET IN REAR PREP AREA.ALSO LIVE FRUIT FLIES MORE THAN 15 FLYING THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT.REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/14/11.
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL DESSERTS PROPERLY.
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.
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Inspector Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY & KNIFES .
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON CAKE & MILK COOLER,MISSING DOORS ON BAKED GOODS DISPLAY UNITS,MISSING HANDLE ON DEEP FRYER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLES & GREASE TRAPS AT 3- COMP SINKS.MUST SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
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: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FLOOR MIXER,DOUGH MACHINE,CONVEYOR UNIT,ALL COOLERS,STORAGE CABINETS,FREEZERS & WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS & CABINETS,PROOFING BOX PREP TABLES,FRYER,FILTERS,HOOD,CAN OPENER.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR & DRAINS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES NEAR FURNANCE INSIDE OF CLOSET& WHERE NEEDED & GROUT..MUST REMOVE WATER FROM BUCKET &FLOOR IN BETWEEN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER & BASEMENT FLOOR & KEEP DRY.MUST SEAL OPENINGS IN FLOORS THROUGOUT.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON STAIRS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL HOLES IN CEILING IN PREP AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPAIR LEAKING WALLS IN BASEMENT.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE OVEN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED WALL TILES & WALLS WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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: Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. 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.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN LOCKER AREA.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER & PREP AREAS.
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: Inspector 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY COMPRESSOR LINE ON WALK IN COOLER.
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: Inspector 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY COMPRESSOR LINE ON WALK IN COOLER.
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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