PASS
Risk 1 (High)
POZOLERIA IGUALA IN CHICAGO #2 INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
POZOLERIA IGUALA IN CHICAGO #2 INC
(AKA: POZOLERIA IGUALA IN CHICAGO #2)
6600 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60629
Restaurant
April 25, 2024
Canvass
License #2758291
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED MULTI-USE BOWL USED AS SCOOP IN SEVERAL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN FRONT AREA REFRIGERATOR, REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BOWLS FROM FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND REPLACE WITH UTENSILS WITH A HANDLE TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED IN-USE SCOOP STORED WITH HANDLE IN THE FOOD ITEM IN SEVERAL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: BULK DRY BEAN STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR AREA, SALSA CONTAINER IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLE STICKING OUT OF THE FOOD ITEM TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF DEEP FRYER IN FRONT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, EASILY-CLEANABLE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF DEEP FRYER IN FRONT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, EASILY-CLEANABLE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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