PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 21, 2016
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License #68702
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED THAT RIGHT CATERING PREP TOP COOLER IS HOLDING IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 51 DEGREES. NO POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING STORED IN THE COOLER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. THE COOLER WAS TAGGED DURING INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL THE UNIT IS REPAIRED AND THE CDPH HAS REMOVED THE TAG. INSTRUCTED FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A) (NO 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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF FROST IN THE ICE CREAM DISPLAY FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF PARTICULATE MATTER AROUND THE BASE OF THE SWINGING DOOR BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP, AND UNDER THE REAR CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE WASTE PIPING AT THE REAR ONE COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE WASTE PIPING AT THE REAR ONE COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection