PIZZA CAPRI Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE USING BARE HANDS TO ASSEMBLE READY TO EAT WRAP. EMPLOYEE GRABBED WRAP WITH BARE HANDS AND GRABBED CUT READY TO EAT LETTUCE WITH BARE HANDS TO FILL WRAP. REPORT # 1522243 DATED 1/23/15 INFORMED FACILITY THAT THERE IS TO BE NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD AND THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER HANDWASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A) (B)

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED DESSERTS INCLUDING COOKIES, CHEESECAKE AND CAKE MUST HAVE LABEL INCLUDING NAME OF ITEM, NAME OF STORE PURCHASED, ADDRESS OF STORE PURCHASED, AND LIST OF INGREDIENTS.

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 CARDBOARD USED AS SHELF LINER IN WALK IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND DO NOT USE IN FUTURE. CARDBOARD IS PROHIBITED FROM BEING USED AS SHELF LINER.

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 INTERIOR OF SMALL REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT SERVICE AREA UNCLEAN. CLEAN 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DARK GROOVES IN CUTTING BOARD AT PIZZA STATION NEEDS TO BE CLENED OR REPLACED.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL BEHIND PIZZA PREARATION AREA UNCLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL COOLERS TO MAKE SURE ALL COOLERS ARE FUNCTIONING AT 40F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL COOLERS TO MAKE SURE ALL COOLERS ARE FUNCTIONING AT 40F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES.

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.