RENALDI'S PIZZA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: All food shall be from sources approved by health authorities and safe for human consumption. OBSERVED 2 SPOILED AND MOLDY CONTAINERS OF COTTAGE CHEESE STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED THE FOOD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005B

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: OBSERVED COOKED PIZZAS UNDER THE HEAT LAMP AT 81-107F. OBSERVED PEPPERONI STORED IN THE PIZZA PREP COOLER AT 50.1F, AND 2 CONTAINERS OF RICOTTA CHEESE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AT 45.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 30# OF FOOD WORTH $150. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO THE ELEVATOR. MANAGEMENT CLEANED THE AREA DURING THE INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING: INTERIOR OF PIZZA PREP COOLER (FAN COVERS), BOTH VENTILATION HOODS AND FILTERS, MICROWAVES, EXTERIOR OF BBQ SAUCE CONTAINER, GREASE ON BOTTOM OF GRILL AND GAS LINES AROUND THE DEEP FRYERS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DRAIN LINE HOSE MISSING FROM THE SODA GUN HOLDER AT THE BAR. MUST INSTALL. OBSERVED THE SPRAY NOZZLE AT THE REAR PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DROPPING BELOW THE FLOOD LEVEL RIM OF THE SINK. MUST REPAIR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DRAIN LINE HOSE MISSING FROM THE SODA GUN HOLDER AT THE BAR. MUST INSTALL. OBSERVED THE SPRAY NOZZLE AT THE REAR PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DROPPING BELOW THE FLOOD LEVEL RIM OF THE SINK. MUST REPAIR.

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.