PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 19, 2024
Canvass
License #1353702
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 19, 2024. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER EATING IN FOOD PREP AREA. FOOD HANDLER THEN GOES TO TOILET ROOM. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER LEAVE TOILET ROOM AND RETURN TO FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. FOOD HANDLER PROCEEDS TO PUT ON GLOVES TO PREPARE CUSTOMER SANDWICH. INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLER TO WASH HANDS AFTER USING TOILET ROOM AND IMMEDIATELY BEFORE ENGAGING IN FOOD PREPARATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER EATING IN FOOD PREP AREA. FOOD HANDLER THEN GOES TO TOILET ROOM. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER LEAVE TOILET ROOM AND RETURN TO FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. FOOD HANDLER PROCEEDS TO PUT ON GLOVES TO PREPARE CUSTOMER SANDWICH. INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLER TO WASH HANDS AFTER USING TOILET ROOM AND IMMEDIATELY BEFORE ENGAGING IN FOOD PREPARATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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