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SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN 10939 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643 Restaurant
January 14, 2020 Canvass License #36468
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR CLEAN UP FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. HOWEVER NO SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH ALL THE NECESSAR 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.
Violation #22
CRITICAL
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES OF (TCS) FOODS INSIDE COOLER. APPROX 75-LBS OF COOKED EGGROLLS AT IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES OF 49.0-51.0F, 40-LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN BREAST AT 53.0F, 20-LBS OF COOKED SHRIMP AT 56.0F, AND 50-LBS OF CRAB RANGOONS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 56.0F-58.0F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPROX 25-LBS OF RAW SHELL EGGS AT 51.0F TO 61.0F. ALL FOODS WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY (PIC) AT COST APPROX $ 175.00-COS. 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED COOLER BEING USED MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPAERATURE OF 53.0F. COOLER TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTIL TAG IS REMOVED BY THE HEATH DEPT. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 41.0F OR BELOW. MUST REPAIR COOLER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE COOLER. MUST USE ADDITIONAL COOLER ON SITE THAT MAINTAINING 41.0 OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. 5- MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS UNDER DRY STORAGE ROOM UNITS, 16- DROPPINGS UNDER POP UNIT SHELVES,7- DROPPINGS CORNER IN FURNACE ROOM FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMENED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR IN REAR BACK STORAGE ROOM AND BASEMENT STAIRS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR IN REAR BACK STORAGE ROOM AND BASEMENT STAIRS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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