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PANERA BREAD #1152 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PANERA BREAD #1152 (AKA: PANERA BREAD) 1938 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
August 23, 2023 Complaint License #2771475
13
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

13
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: SOME INTERIOR AREAS OF THE REAR KITCHEN ICE MACHINE, THE PLASTIC ICE SHOOT ON THE DINING ROOM SODA DISPENSING SYSTEMS IN NEED OF CLEANING.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS COOKED TCS SAUSAGE PATTIES HELD HOT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 127.6F TO 131.9F IN THE PREP LINE STEAM TABLE. REVIEWED PROPER HOT HOLDING REQUIREMENTS. FOOD DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL PRE-PACKAGED COOKIES ON DISPLAY FOR SALE TO CUSTOMERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT NAME, LIST OF INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS.
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: 2-402.11---- NOTED SEVERAL EMPLOYEES WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS AND BEARD GUARDS FOR EMPLOYEES.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13--- TOGO WINDOW SODA DISPENSING SYSTEMS DRAIN AND PLASTIC ICE SHOOT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TOP OF THE DISH WASHING MACHINE EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: : 5-501.115--- NOTED EXCESSIVE CARDBOARD AND PAPER DEBRIS ON THE GROUNDS SURROUNDING RECYCLE CONTAINERS IN THE OUTDOOR CORRAL. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11--- FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND UNDER DISH MACHINE DIRTY, STAINED WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS.----FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, UNDER REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE, UNDER REAR ICE MACHINE, THROUGHOUT WALK-IN COOLER WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS.----NOTED THE BACKSPLASH WALL AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND ATTACHED FAUCET EXTREMELY DIRTY. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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: CEILING VENT COVER NOT PROPERLY ATTACHED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE.
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: CEILING VENT COVERS AND SURROUNDING CEILING ABOVE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST/DIRT.----FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #58
MAJOR
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE ABOVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.
Violation #58
MAJOR
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE ABOVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

Health Department Information

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