PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
THE BAKEHOUSE CHICAGO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 25, 2022
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2856993
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 25, 2022. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) HELD AT INSIDE THE FRONT DISPLAY CASE. OBSERVED HAM AND CHEESE PUFF PASTRY AT 94.1 F, HAM AND CHEESE PASTRY AT 85.5 F,(CHUCHITO) BACON AND HAM PASTRY AT 111.1F,RICOTTA SPINACH PUFF PASTRY AT 77.9, BACON SCALLIONS CREAM CHEESE AT 73.2 F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 8#'S OF FOOD WORTH $300. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL; PROCEDURES & RECORDS - Comments: OBSERVED PREMISES USING TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL FOR ASSORTED (TCS) PASTRY FOOD ITEMS HELD AT FRONT DISPLAY CASE. OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE AVAILABLE TO CLEARLY INDICATE AND IDENTIFY THE TYPES OF FOOD PRODUCTS THAT WILL BE HELD USING TIME ONLY, DESCRIBE THE PROCEDURE FOR HOW (TPHC) WILL BE IMPLEMENTED, AND IF APPLICABLE DELINEATES HOW FOOD ITEMS, PREVIOUSLY COOKED AND COOLED BEFORE TIME IS USED, PROPERLY COOLED; AND FOOD ITEMS ARE CLEARLY MARKED OR IDENTIFIED DO NOT EXCEED THE 4 HOUR LIMIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 4-202.18--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 4-202.18--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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