POPEYE'S #862 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PIC HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.

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: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVER SUCH AS CHICKEN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED COUNTER TOP, STORAGE SHELVING AND PREP STATION DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT ESPECIALLY AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOOR DRAINS.

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

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.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENTS OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: OBSERVED PREMISES ALLOWING INDOOR DINING WITHOUT A WRITTEN PROTOCOL FOR IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ORDER.

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: OBSERVED PREMISES ALLOWING INDOOR DINING WITHOUT A WRITTEN PROTOCOL FOR IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ORDER.