PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA JAMAY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 4, 2015
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2264047
6
Total Violations
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE HANDLE UP. KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED INBETWEEN ELECTRICAL PIPE AND WALL. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUBBER GASKET OF 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, TORN. REPAIR SAME AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, ALL INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES OF COOLERS, AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER NOT CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR UNDER COOKING LINE ALONG WALLBASE WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. UNFINISHED, UNEVEN RAW CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: UNFINISHED DRY WALL CEILING IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. WALLS IN SAME AREA INCLUDING BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND SUPPORT BEAMS, WITH UNEVEN SURFACES, PEELING PAINT AND UNFINISHED SURFACE. ALL SURFACES MUST BE FINISHED, SMOOTH, EVEN, NON-POROUS, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: UNFINISHED DRY WALL CEILING IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. WALLS IN SAME AREA INCLUDING BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND SUPPORT BEAMS, WITH UNEVEN SURFACES, PEELING PAINT AND UNFINISHED SURFACE. ALL SURFACES MUST BE FINISHED, SMOOTH, EVEN, NON-POROUS, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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