PINEDA'S BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH EXCESSIVE LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH. INSTD TO REPAIR PIPE FREE OF ANY LEAKS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OVER 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING IN REAR BY STORAGE ROOM AND IN TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO ELIMINATE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EGGS, MILK). INSTD TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 12/15/14 REPORT 1512993 NOT CORRECTED: 30 ALL PREPACKAGED FOOD MUST BE LABELED. LABEL ALL FOOD THAT IS PACKAGED WITH DATE, INGREDIENTS, NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT. (GELATINS, RICE PUDDING, PASTRIES, ETC). 32 OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EACH SIDE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SPLASHGUARDS. 34 OBSERVED FLOORS UNCLEAN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: FLOOR OF WALK IN COOLER, FLOOR OF WALK IN FREEZER AND FLOOR UNDER AND HEHIND ALL SHELVING AND LARGE EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS. CLEAN ANS MAINTAIN FLOORS. 35 OBSERVED CEILING VENT IN BAKERY ABOVE FOOD WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT. 35 OBSERVED WALL OF SERVICE AREA OF BAKERY WITH PEELING PAINT. RESTORE WALL TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN. 36 OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING WITHIN WALK IN COOLER. REPLACE OR REPAIR LIGHT AND MAINTAIN. NO CHEMICAL TEST KITS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CEILING ABOVE PROOFERS, OVENS NOT CLEAN, STAINED FROM EXHAUST. INSTD TO CLEAN CEILING, REMOVE STAINS, 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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT OUT IN WALK-IN FREEZER. REPLACE SAME.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME.

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.