PARK PLAZA RETIREMENT CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED PINK AND BLACK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR PANELS OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA, LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE AND DISCONTINUE USE UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON THE WALLS AND DRAIN BOARD IN THE MEAT DISH ROOM AND DIARY DISH ROOM. ALSO, AN EXCESSIVE NUMBER OF LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; MEAT AND DAIRY DISH ROOMS, DRY STORAGE ROOM, MOP ROOM, AND MANAGER'S OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES AND ROACHES AND CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSP#1578960, DATED 10/15/2015. VIOLATION INCLUDES; #38; WATER LINE UNDER THE SOUP KETTLE IN THE KITCHEN IS LEAKING INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. WATER LINE STILL NON COMPLIANT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ON STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK IN MEAT AND VEGGIE COOLERS. ALSO, EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION ON CONDENSER IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SO SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND REMOVE ICE ACCUMULATION AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD DEBRIS OR GREASE ACCUMULATION; WALK IN COOLER, INTERIOR OF THE STACKABLE WARMERS, AND THE INTERIOR OF THE PLATE WARMER. ALSO, THE CONTACT SURFACES AROUND THE BEVERAGE STATION IS NOT CLEAN AND THE SCREEN ON THE REAR EXIT SCREEN DOOR IS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT CLEAN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; PREP AREAS (FLOOR CORNERS), WALK IN COOLER, CHEMICAL ROOM, DRY STORAGE, AND UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALL NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE PREP AREA. THE WALL AROUND THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE MEAT DISH ROOM IS NOT CLEAN. ALSO, THEIR IS A HOLE IN THE CEILING OUTSIDE THE MEN'S ROOM NEAR THE ENGINEER'S OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALL NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE PREP AREA. THE WALL AROUND THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE MEAT DISH ROOM IS NOT CLEAN. ALSO, THEIR IS A HOLE IN THE CEILING OUTSIDE THE MEN'S ROOM NEAR THE ENGINEER'S OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

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.