THE WORM HOLE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: THE PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOOD IS PREPARED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 MUST PROVIDE HAND WASH SIGNS IN RESTROOMS, MAINTAIN.

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.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: FOUND INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER AT RESTROOM HAND SINK, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, AND PREP HANDWASHING SINK (68.2F-70.4F). INSTRUCTED HOT WATER AT HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE 100F-120F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.

Adequate hot and cold running water required.

Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 FOUND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR, MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 FOUND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR, MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.