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SYMPHONY OF LINCOLN PARK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

SYMPHONY OF LINCOLN PARK (AKA: AVANTARA OF LINCOLN PARK) 1366 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Long Term Care
October 13, 2016 License License #2446871
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #12
CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF IN DISH MACHINE AREA WITHOUT SOAP AT HAND SINK AND A GARBAGE CAN STORED IN FRONT OF HAND SINK WHILE CLEAN AND DIRTY DISHES ARE BEING HANDLED.MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES AND HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE.SOAP WAS PROVIDED AND GARBAGE CAN REMOVED DURING INSPECTION.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 1- LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON LOWER WALL BASE UNDER PREP TABLE AND SEVERAL DEAD ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND COOKING EQUPMENT AND ON COOKING EQUIPMENT.ALSO EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND ,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AREA,DISH WASHING AND DISH MACHINE AREA,BREAKROOM,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.ALSO IN AND ON FRUIT (BANANAS & POTATOES) IN BOXES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/13/16.REMOVE DEAD ROACHES ,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR HANDLE ON LOWER DOOR OF DOUBLE OVEN.MUST REMOVE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,COMPRESSOR UNIT,SHELVING UNITS,MILK STORAGE CART,STOVE,OVEN,FRYER CABINET,FLOOR MIXER,CAN OPENER STAND,ALL PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES,STEAM TABLE,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT,PIPES,UNDER SIDES OF DRAIN BOARD AND 3- COMP SINK,CAMBROS,FOOD CARTS,EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,DRYFOOD STORAGE WINDOW SILLS,BREAKROOM-MICROWAVE.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI AND GREASE FROM FLOOR IN PREP AREA,WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN CORNERS IN WALK IN COOLER,ALL FLOOR DRAINS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN 3- COMP DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR DRAINS COVERS WHERE NEEDED IN PREP AREA
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,MOLD BUILD UP ON CAULK AT WALL ABOVE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER AND AROUND 3- COMP SINK ,STAINED CEILING TILES IN STAFF BREAKROOM,DAMAGED CEILING IN PREP AREA ABOVE ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,SPIDER WEBS FROM WINDOW SILLS IN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER AND VENTILATION VENTS IN PREP AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR HALLWAY CART STORAGE AREA.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,MOLD BUILD UP ON CAULK AT WALL ABOVE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER AND AROUND 3- COMP SINK ,STAINED CEILING TILES IN STAFF BREAKROOM,DAMAGED CEILING IN PREP AREA ABOVE ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,SPIDER WEBS FROM WINDOW SILLS IN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER AND VENTILATION VENTS IN PREP AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR HALLWAY CART STORAGE AREA.
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.

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