SMITH & WOLLENSKY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: NOTED SHELL FISH (CLAMS AND OYSTERS) WITH NO TAGS INSIDE SERVICE COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE ATTACHED TO SHELL FISH UNTIL THE LAST BATCH IS CONSUMED AND THEN THE TAGS MUST BE STORED FOR AN ADDITIONAL 90 DAYS IN A FOLDER.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 270 PIECES OF PRODUCTS WORTH $257.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(B)

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.

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND SERVICE COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: COLE SLAW 54.1F, FRITO MISTY VEGIE 47.4F, ANCHO CHILI BUTTER 45.6F, STEAK MAYONNAISE 45.7F,MAC & CHEESE 98.1F AND PEA SOUP 95.4F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 150.00LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $600.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED ICE BIN AT THE BAR WITH NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE LIDS FOR ALL ICE BINS. MUST ALSO PROVIDE ICE SCOOP HOLDERS FOR ALL ICE MACHINES AND BARS.

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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NOTED A SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT ICE MACHINE BY THE BAKERY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ICE MACHINE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS ESPECIALLY AT THE MAIN PREP AREAS.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON FANS INSIDE ALL WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON FANS INSIDE ALL WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.