SWEET MANDY B'S LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. SUBSTANCE LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE OF ICE MACHINE UNTIL CLEANED AND SANITIZED. ALSO, OBSERVED FLY STRIPS PRESENT THROUGHOUT FRONT AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS. FLY STRIPS ARE PROHIBITED IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. SERIOUS VIOLATIONS 7-38-005(A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1932689,DATED 6/14/16. VIOLATIONS INCLUDED: #34; OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF SPRINKLES AND DARK PARTICULAR MATTER IN THE CORNERS AND ALONG THE BASEBOARDS OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS, BOTH UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS AND DUST ON THE FLOORS IN THE PAPER GOODS STORAGE ROOM AND IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM/LOCKERROOM SERVING THE CAKE DECORATING AREA. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF OIL AND DARK MATTER BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP AT THE BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #41; OBSERVED CLUTTER (MAINTENACE MATERIALS) IN THE MAINTENANCE CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE THE REMAINDER AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. VIOLATIONS STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS IN ALL PREP AREAS, WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON THE 1-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE UPSTAIRS PREP AREA. DISCONTINUE USE OF MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTALL MOP HOOKS TO HANG MOPS NEAR MOP SINK. REMOVE RUST ON STORAGE RACKS ON WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL.

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: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF STORAGE BINS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVENS IN UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREAS, DRIED FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT. CLEAN MOLD ACCUMULATION AROUND 3-COMP SINK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR PEELING PAINT ON WALL NEXT ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT ABOVE FRONT COUNTER. CLEAN UNKNOWN DEBRIS FRONT LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE UPSTAIRS AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMP SINK IN BASEMENT NEAR FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO 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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM FURNACE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO, REMOVE PERSONAL ITEMS FROM UPSTAIRS PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM FURNACE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO, REMOVE PERSONAL ITEMS FROM UPSTAIRS PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.