SARPINO'S PIZZERIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM NOT MAINTAINED, NO HOT OR TEMPER WATER AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. WATER TEMPERATURE WAS 45.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE CONTINUES SUPPLY OF HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES. PLUMBER ON SITE HOT WATER HAS BEEN REPAIRED BY THE END OF INSPECTION. HOT/TEMPER WATER NOW AVAILABLE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN WINGS,PIZZA, PASTA BAKED LASAGNA ETC. INSTRUCTED ABOVE TO OPERATE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO TEST THE SANITIZING STRENGHT OF THE CHEMICAL OF FINAL RINSE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE CHEMICAL TEST STRIP AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED AT THIS TIME WHILE RUNNING AND DRAINING WATER IN THE LEFT SIDE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAR WATER COMING UP FROM MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN LINES TO PREVENT INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AND FOUL ODOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 06/19/17 REPORT#2064546 #30 MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINER IN THE WALK IN COOLER, WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 32 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM DRY STORAGE RACKS IN REAR, AND OFF LOWER SHELF ON PREP TABLE. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM MOUNTER CAN OPENER, AND REPAIR TORN SEAT COVERS IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 34 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER 1 & 3 COMP SINKS IN REAR ON EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 36 MUST CLEAN UNKNOWN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. ALSO, REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN TOILET ROOM IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 36 MUST CLEAN DUST FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST LABEL AND DATE ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTILATION FANS ABOVE WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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 EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ADDITIONAL WATER PRESSURE NEEDED AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED NO STEAM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED NO STEAM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.