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THE NEW VALOIS REST INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE NEW VALOIS REST INC (AKA: THE NEW VALOIS RESTAURANT) 1518 E 53RD ST, CHICAGO 60615 Restaurant
June 25, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection License #3705
10
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN WALK IN COOLERS.
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 #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON CRATES AND SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AREA.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN BOTH WALK IN COOLERS,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA,FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON FRONT PREP AREA 5- DOOR & SMALL PREP COOLER ,WALK IN FREEZER,LID OF PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND WALK IN COOLERS,OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN COOLERS,COUNTER TOPS IN FRONT PREP AREA,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND UNDERSIDES,POTATOE PEELER,DISH RACKS,BOTH FLOOR MIXERS,INTERIOR OF OVENS,SAW MACHINE,BUSS PANS,FAUCET HANDLES AT ALL SINKS AND DISH MACHINE,ROLLING CART IN DINING AREA.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3- COMP SINK. MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN BOTH PREP AREAS
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP ON WALLS IN DISH MACHINE AREA,DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS ,VENTS & CEILINGS IN PREP AREAS,DISH AREA,DINING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES IN EMPLOYEES TOILETROOM AND IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT FRONT LINE HOT HOLDING UNIT,REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING CABINET IN REAR PREP AREA,SMALL PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS UNDER STAIRS LEADING TO 2ND FL.,PAPER STORAGE IN BASEMENT,IN FRONT CLOSET IN DINING AREA.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS UNDER STAIRS LEADING TO 2ND FL.,PAPER STORAGE IN BASEMENT,IN FRONT CLOSET IN DINING AREA.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

Health Department Information

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