ROTHSCHILD LIQUORS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

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. WE OBSERVED 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON SHELF BEHIND SODA COOLER LOCATED BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON PALLETS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 25 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON WOODEN SHELF ON SIDE STORAGE AREA, OVER 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON VARIOUS CARDBOARD WHERE CHIPS ARE STORED AND OVER 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON PALLETS IN THE SIDE STORAGE AREA. FOUND SEVERAL BAGS OF CHIPS THAT HAD BEEN GNAWED INTO. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD CHIPS THAT WERE GNAWED. FRONT LEFT DOOR WITH A 1/4" GAP UNDER SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING SO AS NO DAYLIGHT CAN BE SEEN/RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR, REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020, CITATION #64121-16 ISSUED

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.

TOXIC ITEMS PROPERLY STORED, LABELED AND USED - Comments: Only such poisonous and toxic materials as are required to maintain sanitary conditions may be used in food establishments and they shall not be used in any hazardous manner. FOUND OPEN RODENT BAIT UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER PALLET IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE BAIT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 ISSUED.

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS FOR ICE BAGS FOR ICE THAT IS PREPARED AND PACKAGED ON SITE.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVES IN REAR, SIDE STORAGE AND THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.