RED LOBSTER #0277 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Observed water flow time inadequate at washbowl sinks in restrooms. Must adjust timers to provide minimum of 15 seconds of consistent water flow at all metered faucets for proper handwashing. Must maintain same.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed 1-2 gap on bottom left corn of rear exterior door. Must repair. All exterior doors must be tight fitting to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed aluminum foil used as a liner on equipment on the cooking line. Instructed aluminum foil not permitted as a liner. Must remove. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed excessive accumulation of dirt/grease on equipment in front section of the kitchen. Must detail clean and sanitize this equipment. Must maintain same.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed excessive accumulation of dirt/grease on equipment in front section of the kitchen. Must detail clean and sanitize this equipment. Must maintain same.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.