PIE CAFE, LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP/COFFEE BARISTA AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK WITHIN 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED REAR KITCHEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MAKE THE REAR DOOR TIGHT FITTING SO AS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. CORE VIOLATION

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED NO BARRIER PREVENTING NON FOOD PERSONS FROM ENTERING FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT UP A BARRIER PREVENTING NON FOOD PERSONS FROM ENTERING. CORE VIOLATION

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD CAPS MISSING FROM ONE OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT PART OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELD CAPS. CORE VIOLATION

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD CAPS MISSING FROM ONE OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT PART OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELD CAPS. CORE VIOLATION

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.