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TAXIMAROA BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

TAXIMAROA BAKERY 3954 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Bakery
September 23, 2016 Complaint License #1445167
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
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: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL INSIDE PREMISES. OBSERVED 7 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLINGON WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT INSIDE ELECTRICAL ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREAS AND WHEREVER NEEDED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ROACH ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 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 #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS INSIDE 3-DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITHOUT LABELS. MUST LABEL AND DATE ITESM. OBSERVED BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS IN REAR FOOD STORAGE ARE AND IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA . MUST LABEL CONTAINERS
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS IN 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS IN 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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