SUKHADIA SWEETS & SNACKS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AVAILABLE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREPREPARTION AREA NEAR THE HOT HOLDING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE TO INSTRUCT EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER TO NOT HAVE THERMOMETER PRESENT TO MEASURE THE INTERNAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER TO MEASURE INTERNAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF THE WALK IN COOLER.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A HOLE GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH IN THE WALL ON LEFT SIDE NEXT TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE DUMPSTER AREA ALLOWING FOR ACCESS FOR PESTS FROM EXTERIOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS AND PEST PROOF REAR DOOR.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND ON THE METAL SHELF ALONG THE WALL OF THE REAR PREPARATION AREA BELOW SPICES RACKS AS WELL AS OVER 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE WHITE CHEST COOKER AND DISPLAY RACKS OF DRIED GOODS AT THE FRONT AREA ACROSS FROM THE CASHIER AREA ALONG THE EAST WALL. MUST REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION AND MAINTAIN. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF SAUCE AND BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE STANDING SINGLE DOOR GLASS COOLER IN FRONT PREPARATION AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FLOUR, FOOD DEBRIS, AND SPILLAGE ON THE DOOR, HANDLE, AND SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER AND EQUIPMENT FREE OF HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE STANDING SINGLE DOOR GLASS COOLER IN FRONT PREPARATION AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FLOUR, FOOD DEBRIS, AND SPILLAGE ON THE DOOR, HANDLE, AND SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER AND EQUIPMENT FREE OF HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.

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.