PASS
Risk 1 (High)
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC
(AKA: POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS)
1459 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO 60607
Restaurant
April 27, 2011
Canvass
License #1543762
4
Total Violations
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. SOME SLEEVE'S OF CUPS AND LIDS STORED UNDER THE SOUP STATION FOUND IN THE DIRTY CABINET INTERIOR WHERE DEAD ROACHES WERE FOUND WERE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME BY MANAGEMENT. STORE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN A SANITARY MANNER.
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SEAL UP ALL GAPS AND CREVICES WHERE DEAD GERMAN COCKROACHES WERE FOUND UNDER THE HOT SOUP WELLS IN THE CABINETS TO REDUCE INSECT HARBORAGE, ANDERSON PEST CONTROL IS MONITORING SAID AREA AND LAST SERVICED SAID AREA ON 4/21/11 PER REPORT. REPAIR THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR SO IT SELF CLOSES.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DIRTY EQUIPMENT CASTERS AND WHEELS AND THE CONDENSER WATER CATCH PAN UNDER THE MILK SHAKE COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NEED TO BE CLEANED TO REDUCE THE POSSIBLE COCKROACH HARBORAGE THEY POSE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DIRTY EQUIPMENT CASTERS AND WHEELS AND THE CONDENSER WATER CATCH PAN UNDER THE MILK SHAKE COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NEED TO BE CLEANED TO REDUCE THE POSSIBLE COCKROACH HARBORAGE THEY POSE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection