FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SOUL VEGAN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Shared kitchen user (long term)
April 23, 2012
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License #2114752
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EXPOSED HANDSINK ON SITE NOT MAINTAINED, NO HOT WATER PROVIDED, ONLY COLD WATER NOTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. ALSO NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT ANY SINKS IN BOTH EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. ENGINEER REPAIRED AND PROVIDED HOT WATER AT SINKS BY END OF INSPECTION
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MICE DROPPINGS NOTED (OVER 50) AT INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINETS. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY SURFACES AT BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINES WITH LIME BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY SURFACES AT BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINES WITH LIME BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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