POKE SAN Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION WHILE (TCS FOODS) (SALMON,SUSHI RICE ETC.) IS BEING PREPARED/SERVED TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHILE HANDLING (TCS FOODS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE.HAND SINK BEING BLOCKED WITH MULTIPLE CONTAINERS OF SUSHI RICE WHILE FOOD HANDLER ACTIVELY PREPARING FOODS AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED MANAGER,HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS AT ALL TIMES.PERSON-IN- CHARGE REMOVED SAID ITEMS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C),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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19--OBSERVED BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN FIRST FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND IN REAR STORAGE ROOM OF BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11--OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDERNEATH HANDWASHING SINK IN MIDDLE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDERNEATH HANDWASHING SINK IN MIDDLEFIRST FLOOR PREP AREA.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114--OBSERVED UNUSED ICE MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED ICE MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM OF BASEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION THAT ARE NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-501.14--OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING VENT ABOVE FIRST FLOOR UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENT ABOVE FIRST FLOOR UTILITY SINK.

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: 6-501.14--OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING VENT ABOVE FIRST FLOOR UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENT ABOVE FIRST FLOOR UTILITY SINK.

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.