SMASHBURGER #1733 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: 2-101.11: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11:OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE AT BASE OF OUTER FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS(WACKER DR.) INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AT INTERIOR BASE OF BOTH SIDES OF FOUR DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA ACROSS FROM COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR BASE OF BOTH SIDES OF FOUR DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA ACROSS FROM COOKLINE.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON REAR LINES OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP FROM REAR LINES OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. OBSERVED BUILDUP IN CORNERS ON FLOOR NEXT TO CO2 TANKS AND IN RIGHT CORNER ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN SAID AREAS AND 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON REAR LINES OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP FROM REAR LINES OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. OBSERVED BUILDUP IN CORNERS ON FLOOR NEXT TO CO2 TANKS AND IN RIGHT CORNER ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN SAID AREAS AND 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.