ST JEROME SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WHICH HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WITH 0PPM CHLORINE READING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 100PPM CHLORINE READING FOR LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AND OR 180F FINAL RINSE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON SAID UNIT. FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240 WHEN UNIT PROPERLY SANITIZING. ALSO, NOTED RED ALARM BUTTON BLINKING AND MAKING NOISE WHEN UNIT WAS RUNNING. DISH MACHINE NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME. CRITICAL 7-38-030 NO 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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. FOUND OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE, GARBAGE, AND STORAGE AREAS NOT CLEAN. FOUND EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF MATERIALS, TABLES, RUG, RUBBISH, LITTER, MILK CRATES, CONTAINERS WITH STAGNANT WATER, GREASE SPILLS ON WALL AND GROUND AROUND GREASE RECEPTACLE, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS AND CLEAN AROUND OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE ROOM AND PREP TABLE BOTTOMS. REMOVE LINING FROM SHELVES AND PREP TABLE BOTTOMS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING/RACKS TO STORE DRY FOOD ITEMS, REMOVE MILK CRATES FROM BEING USED TO STORE ITEMS. REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR, CLEAN PLATES STORAGE RACKS, INTERIOR OF CABINTS IN KITCHEN, WINDOW LEDGES IN TOILET ROOMS, COMPRESSOR UNDER REFRIGERATOR, UNDER, AROUND EQUIPMENT AT BAR AND KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST, DIRT, FOOD SPILLS, AND DEBRIS.

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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET ON 1ST. FLOOR AND BOILER ROOM.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PROVIDE CEILING PANEL FOR MISSING SECTION ABOVE DESIGNATED HAND WASH SINK. CLEAN CEILING AROUND FAN INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION/HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN, COLD WATER HANDLE AT UTILTIY SINK ON 1ST. FLOOR, AND HOT WATER HANDLE AT UTILITY SINK ON 2ND FLOOR. INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRE K ROOM.

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.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOODHANDLERS IN KITCHEN MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOODS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOODHANDLERS IN KITCHEN MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOODS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.