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PANADERIA LA CENTRAL INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

PANADERIA LA CENTRAL INC 4523 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60609 Bakery
February 11, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection License #11571
9
Total Violations
1
Major
8
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #40
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: Violation Codes: 2-304.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WEARING SOILED APRONS.MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON FRONT 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL PREP TABLES, TABLE & FLOOR MIXERS,SHELVING UNITS, REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,CHEST FREEZERS,DOUGH MACHINE,ROLLING CARTS,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,ENCRUSTED BAKING WARE,PRESSOR,BAKERY DISPLAY UNITS,PIPES ALONG WALLS OF EQUIPMENT
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD & FLOUR DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES WHERE NEEDED.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FLOUR AND FOOD DBERIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN AND PROOFING BOX.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FLOUR AND FOOD DBERIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN AND PROOFING BOX.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

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