R J GRUNTS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NOTED NO HANDWASH SIGNAGE IN UNISEX GUEST WASHROOM USED BY FEMALE STAFF AND DOWNSTAIRS MALE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NOTED TOP INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT BINS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: NOTED FOOD SERVERS IN KITCHEN WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS KITCHEN WITH DEEP STAINS AND CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE, RESTORING TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ALONG THE WALLS OF BASEMENT ENCLOSED REFUSE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DECLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED FLOORS IN GUEST LOBBY ALONG THE WALL, UNDEARNEATH FRONT BAR SINKS, AND IN KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN. ALSO NOTED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD UP ON VENTS IN MALE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED FLOORS IN GUEST LOBBY ALONG THE WALL, UNDEARNEATH FRONT BAR SINKS, AND IN KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN. ALSO NOTED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD UP ON VENTS IN MALE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.