SAMMY'S TOUCH Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

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.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIAHRREAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED(PIC) TO PROVIDE WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS INCLUDING DISPOSABLE GLOVES, FACE MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER TO KILL THE NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED UPON NO HANDWASHING SOAP AT FRONT HANDWASHING SINK PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HANDWASHING CLEANSER MUST BE PROVIDE FOR EMPLOYEE USE AT ALL TIMES. (PIC) PROVIDE SOAP DURING INSPECTION-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE( PAPER TOWELS) AT HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE FOR EMPLOYEES USE AT ALL TIMES-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030 ON ABOVE VIOLATION.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASHING SIGN INSIDE AT FRONT AREA HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE.

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED SEVREAL FOODS INSIDE FRONT PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, APPROX 4- LBS OF CHICKEN BREAST AT 46.8F, 1-LB OF COOKED HAM AT 59.7F, 1-LB OF GYRO MEAT -60.F, 10-LBS CONTAINER OF POOLED EGGS AT 62.F, 5-LBS OF RAW SHELL EGGS AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 53.F TO 62.F, 2- LBS OF COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 49.F, 3-LBS OF TURKEY PATTIES AT 50.0, 2-LBS OF COOKED TURKEY LINKS AT 84.F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41.F OR BELOW. ( PIC) REMOVED AND DISCARDED ALL FOODS AT COST APPROX $ 70.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING FOR TCS FOODS PREPARED ON PREMISES AND HELD, OR COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS OF READY TO EAT TCS FOODS OPENED AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN ESTABLISHMENT,( POOLED EGGS, HOMEMADE GYRO SAUCE, RICE, SAUSAGE, COOKED CHICKEN( ANY COOKED MEATS), ETC. INSTRUCTED TO CLEARLY IDENTIFY THE PRODUCT AND SHELF LIFE( CONCUME OR USED BY DATE). PRIORITY VIOLATION.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ANY UNDERCOOKED FOODS SERVED,( EGGS, STEAK, HAMBUGERS COOKED TO ORDER). PRIORITY FOUNDATION

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 PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED NO LABELS FOR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS . INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS FOR FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS INSIDE COOLERS, DRY BULK CONTAINERS SQURT BOTTLES FOR BBQ SAUCE MAYO, SUGAR,ETC.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON WATER LINE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT BACKFLOW DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: WASHROOMS USED BY FEMALES MUST HAVE A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS. MUST INSTALL.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.