POPEYE'S #846 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON SHELVING UNIT IN WALKIN COOLER, WHEEL BASES ON FRYERS, UNDERSIDE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT, AND BACKSIDE OF MENU BOARD.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GROUND/GARBAGE AREA AROUND OLD GREASE CONTAINER WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP AND FOUL ODOR AS WELL WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF APPX.30 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON GROUND IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE CORRAL.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM GROUND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN ALL FLOOR DRAINS. MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER, AROUND, AND ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER IN DISHWASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.

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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS.

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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR BURNT OUT BULB OVER HOT HOLDING UNIT FOR CHICKEN, MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT PREP 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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBERVED NO HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBERVED NO HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.