THE PENTHOUSE HYDE PARK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND/OR DIARREA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK FOUND IN THE AREA WHERE DRINKS ARE BEING PROPOSED TO BE SERVED. INSTRUCTED THAT AN EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST BE INSTALLED WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND HAND TOWELS FOR HAND WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: BASED ON PROPOSED AREA WHERE DRINKS WILL BE SERVED I FOUND NO BARRIER BETWEEN CUSTOMERS AND SERVER; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THAT A PROPER BARRIER MUST BE BETWEEN CUSTOMERS AND SERVER(S) TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION TO BEVERAGE ITEMS AND ICE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NO CHEMICALS CONNECTED TO HIGH TEMP DISHMACHINE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CHEMICALS MUST BE CONNECTED TO OPERATE MACHINE AND MUST OBTAIN A SANITIZING TEMPERATURE OF 180F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

PROPER REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING - Comments: FOUND NO EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES FOR REHEATING FOODS TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE; MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PEST CONTROL: MUST PROVIDE CONTRACT AND/OR SERVICES REPORTS W/ COMPLETE LOG BOOK AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PEST CONTROL: MUST PROVIDE CONTRACT AND/OR SERVICES REPORTS W/ COMPLETE LOG BOOK AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.