SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1271385 ISSUED ON 10-04-12. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - Non food contact surfaces of prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed), cooler door track, shelving need cleaning, display cooler shelving need cleaning. #34 - Floors in rear storage not clean, need cleaning(corners), floors under cooking equipment, 3 compartment sink need cleaning(detailed). #35 - Wall by 3 compartment sink, and by front prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning. #36 - Light shields in kitchen area, dining area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

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: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL STORAGE BINS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

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: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED STORAGE BINS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND CRACKED ICE STORAGE BIN INSIDE CHEST FREEZER.------------NOTED CARDBOARD LINER AT ALL STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH-IN COOLER, PREP COOLER, CHEST FREEZER, STOVE, FRYER, OVEN, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, CAN OPENER, FRUIT BLENDER, RICE COOKER, WALK-IN COOLER,WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND HANDLE, STORAGE RACKS IN REAR STORAGE, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, STORAGE PLASTIC (FLOUR, CORNSTARCH, SALT ETC.) BINS, DINING TABLE, CHAIRS AND LEGS,

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (EMPTY BOTTLE, CONTAINER, CARDBOARD, PAPER ETC.) AND REORGANIZE THROUGHOUT PREMISES (FRONT, PREP AREA, REAR STORAGE AREA).---------USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (EMPTY BOTTLE, CONTAINER, CARDBOARD, PAPER ETC.) AND REORGANIZE THROUGHOUT PREMISES (FRONT, PREP AREA, REAR STORAGE AREA).---------USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.