Sissy's Sandwich Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: Observed line cook employee at the front grilling area to place raw chicken onto the grill, wipes soiled hands onto wiping cloth, then did not wash hands, and proceeded to change tasks as well as prepare food. Instructed to wash hands whenever changing tasks or gloves or every possible contamination, and instructed manager to re share information with all staff. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: Observed line cook employee at the front grilling area handling ready to eat (RTE) foods (bread, toast, and bagels) without the use of gloves at the front grilling area. Instructed management that all RTE foods cannot be handled with bare hands. Priority violation 7-38-010. Consolidated with the above citation.

Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.

Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.

Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed a gap larger than 1/4 inch at the rear exit door to alley. Instructed manager to repair and rodent proof the rear exit door.

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Scoop used in rice storage bin in rear prep area was found to be stored submerged in the contents of storage bin. Scoop was removed, and instructed manager to properly store all utensils between use.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: Observed single service items and utensils to not be inverted at the front prep line station, and observed equipment and bowls to not be inverted at the equipment storage rack at rear prep area. Instructed manager to invert items to protect against contamination.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Observed no sink used for food preparation present in the smoothie, coffee and beverage service area located at the front cash register area. Instructed manager that a food preparation sink for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste must be available in this service area.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed rice and food residue build up on the floor below the chest freezer in rear prep area and along the walls behind 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean and maintain area free of food residue build up.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed unused equipment stored on shelves in the rear equipment storage rack in rear prep area as well as unnecessary wood, bins, and beams along the exterior rear wall of the facility. Instructed manager to remove all unused and unnecessary items from premises and to clean and maintain area to eliminate potential pest harborage.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Observed 2 overhead lights in the front grill area to not be functional at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair or replace lights to provide appropriate light intensity in grilling area.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Observed 2 overhead lights in the front grill area to not be functional at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair or replace lights to provide appropriate light intensity in grilling area.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.