THE BAGEL INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: SUMMARY REPORT FROM INSPECTION MADE ON 5/7/10 NOT POSTED VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. SUMMARY WAS OBSTRUCTED BY STORED TO GO CONTAINERS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-42-010(B)

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/7/10. #33-DETAIL CLEAN THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS. #34-THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST BOLT DOWN THE FLOOR SECTION THAT IS COMING UP.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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: BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.

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: DIRTY WIRE RACK SHELVING ACROSS FROM SALAD STATION IN FRONT PREP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER SHELVING REPAIRED WITH PLASTIC WRAP. MUST MAKE ALL REPAIRS WITH CLEANABLE MATERIALS.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DIRTY WIRE RACK SHELVING ACROSS FROM SALAD STATION IN FRONT PREP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER SHELVING REPAIRED WITH PLASTIC WRAP. MUST MAKE ALL REPAIRS WITH CLEANABLE MATERIALS.

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.