POPEYE'S#835 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE.

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 MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. (CHICKEN, SHRIMP, POTAOTES, GRAVY) INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE AS FACILITY SHOULD ALWAYS OPERATE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE. 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACITVITY APPROX 10-20 DROPPINGS IN REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER THE METAL RACKS USED FOR STORING DRY GOODS. OBSERVED SMALL AND LARGE FLIES IN REAR AREA NEAR THE MOP SINK, NEAR AND UNDER SHELVING WHERE THE STEAM TABLE IS LOCATED AND THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE A SERVICE PERFORMED BEFORE RETURN INSPECTION DATE OF 8-19-2022 WITH AND MUST PROVIDE A SERVICE LOG SHEET FROM PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROX A 1/4 INCH GAP OPENING ON THE LEFT SIDE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTERING AND HARBORING.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE REAR MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DRAIN, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING INSECT HARBORING.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHT OUT FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. WALL IN REAR DRY GOODS STORAGE AREA WITH STAINS (POSSIBLE FOOD SPLATTER) RUNNING DOWN WALL. OBSERVED THE WALL NEAR WHERE THE SANDWICHES ARE MADE WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND STAINS AS WELL AS THE CEILING AREA ABOVE THE LEMONADE MACHINE WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS THIS CAN HELP PREVENT PEST AND OR INSECT HARBORING.

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: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY DOOR BADLY DAMAGED AND COMING LOOSE. INSTRUCTED THEY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED VERY LOW LIGHTING IN THE WALK IN FREEZER LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING AS A MEANS OF BEING ABLE TO SEE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA PROPERLY.

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 PROTECTIVE LIGHT SHIELD MISSING FROM LIGHT LOCATED JUST ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION OF THE FOOD CONTACT ITEMS IN THE AREA.

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 PROTECTIVE LIGHT SHIELD MISSING FROM LIGHT LOCATED JUST ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION OF THE FOOD CONTACT ITEMS IN THE AREA.

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.