PASS
Risk 1 (High)
RITZ-CARLTON WATER TOWER Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
RITZ-CARLTON WATER TOWER
(AKA: MAIN KITCHEN/ EMPLOYEES CAFETERIA)
160 E PEARSON ST, CHICAGO 60611
Restaurant
August 6, 2014
Canvass
License #1823689
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 6, 2014. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 6 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BASEBOARD UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK NEXT TO THE CHEF'S OFFICE ON THE 12TH FLOOR MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BASEBOARDS.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND PREP AREA ON 12TH FLOOR BROKEN OR MISSING GROUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR TILES AND TO REGROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT BULBS UNDER THE HOODS ON THE 12TH FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING LEAKING: PLUMBING UNDER THE BASEMENT RECEIVING EXPOSED HAND SINK, PLUMBING UNDER THE BUTCHER ROOM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE AND RIGHT BASINS, 12TH FLOOR PLUMBING UNDER THE 3COMPARTMENT SINK WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING BASINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING LEAKING: PLUMBING UNDER THE BASEMENT RECEIVING EXPOSED HAND SINK, PLUMBING UNDER THE BUTCHER ROOM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE AND RIGHT BASINS, 12TH FLOOR PLUMBING UNDER THE 3COMPARTMENT SINK WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING BASINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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