ROSATI'S PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE - Comments: WE OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE STORED INSIDE THE UPPER PART OF THE PREP UNIT: PIZZA SAUCE(5LB) AT TEMP OF 71F; SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE(20LB) AT TEMP OF 47.6F TO 48F; COOKED SLICED GREEN PEPPER(3LB) AT TEMP OF 61F; PEPPERONI(3LB) 61.2F; CHOPPED GARLIC(2LB) IN OIL AT TEMP OF 62.6F; SLICED HAM(2LB)AT TEMP OF 61F; COOKED DICED MEATBALL(3LB) AT TEMP OF 61.8F.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER, POUNDS 42, VALUE 107.COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED

Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.

Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.

Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: WE OBSERVED IMPROPER AIR TEMP INSIDE THE UPPER PART OF THE PREP COOLER, 59F. TCS FOOD WAS STORED INSIDE THE MENTIONED UNIT: RAW SAUSAGE AT TEMP OF 64.9FF; COOKED CHOPPED MEATBALLS AT TEMP OF 61F, ETC. MUST MAINTAIN AIR TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. TAGGED UNIT: HELD FOR INSPECTION", DO NOT USE PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED. GAP OF 1/4 TO 1/2" AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED REPAIR ISSUES TO MINIMIZE PEST ENTRY.

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: BROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN AND AT PIZZA AREA. REPAIR/REPLACE

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: THE CONDENSER UNIT INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER IS LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. NO FOOD UNDER THE UNIT.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: SOME CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS, MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS

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: THE GARBAGE CONTAINER OUTSIDE IS OVERFLOWING WITH BLACK GARBAGE BAGS; THE LID IS UNABLE TO CLOSE. BLACK GARBAGE BAGS ARE ON TOP OF THE LID, NEXT PICK-UP WILL BE ON 10-20-22. LID MUST BE TIGHT-FITTING TO THE CONTAINER. PROVIDE ANOTHER GARBAGE CONTAINER OR ADD ON ADDITIONAL SERVICE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(B)

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: THE GARBAGE CONTAINER OUTSIDE IS OVERFLOWING WITH BLACK GARBAGE BAGS; THE LID IS UNABLE TO CLOSE. BLACK GARBAGE BAGS ARE ON TOP OF THE LID, NEXT PICK-UP WILL BE ON 10-20-22. LID MUST BE TIGHT-FITTING TO THE CONTAINER. PROVIDE ANOTHER GARBAGE CONTAINER OR ADD ON ADDITIONAL SERVICE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(B)

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.