FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
STEEP THEATRE COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor
June 26, 2018
License
License #2523122
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This liquor was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on June 26, 2018. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: NOTED A RESIDENTIAL GRADE DISH WASHING MACHINE AT THE REAR AREA WITH THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RESIDENTIAL DISH MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: NOTED NO HAND WASH SINK INSTALLED AT ONE OF FIVE BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK INSIDE THE BATHROOM. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: NOTED NO HAND WASH SINK INSTALLED AT ONE OF FIVE BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK INSIDE THE BATHROOM. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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