PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Popeye's #812 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 8, 2024
Complaint
License #2555774
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SANDWICH, COLESLAW, MASHED POTATOES ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHEN HANDLING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF COOKING AND REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINAINED TO PREVET THE ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND GREASE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK LEAKING. SINK MUST BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED SO THAT THERE IS NO LEAKING CONDITION ON SIDES OR UNDER SINK. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE SPACES BETWEEN TILES IN REAR PREP POOLING WATER FROM LEAKING SINK. REAR PREP OF FACILITY INCLUDING NEAR PREP SINK, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALK IN COOLERS MUST BE REGROUTED. FLOOR MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE SPACES BETWEEN TILES IN REAR PREP POOLING WATER FROM LEAKING SINK. REAR PREP OF FACILITY INCLUDING NEAR PREP SINK, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALK IN COOLERS MUST BE REGROUTED. FLOOR MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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