TOM YUM RICE & NOODLE, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ANY EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO WRITTEN CLEANING PROCEDURE OR REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR A VOMIT/DIARRHEA EVENT. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING RAW MEATS BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF PREPARED, READY TO EAT FOODS. GROUND BEEF ON TOP OF THE CONTAINER OF PREPARED SOUP. RAW PORK ON COOLER SHELVING DIRECTLY ABOVE CONTAINERS OF PREPARED SAUCES AND SOUPS. RAW CHICKEN DIRECTLY ON TOP OF AN OPEN, UNCOVERED CAN OF PINEAPPLE CHUNKS. ALL CONTAMINATED FOODS DISCARDED. REVIEWED SAFE FOOD STORAGE AND FOOD PROTECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS INSIDE THE COOKS LINE COOLER HELD LONGER THAN 24 HOURS NOT DATE LABELED WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE. VARIOUS SOUPS, SAUCES, COOKED BALLS OF MEAT WITH NO DATES. INSTRUCTED ALL PREPARED TCS FOOD HELD OVERNIGHT MUST BE DATE LABELED WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK SPICE AND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON-SITE WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.NO CITATION ISSUED

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED BAGGED RICE BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR AND ONIONS BEING STORED DIRECTLY UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED ALL FOODS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND PROTECTED.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: NOTED CLEAN DISHES BEING STORED DIRECTLY NEXT TO THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CLEAN DISHES/UTENSILS OR PROVIDE A GUARD BETWEEN SINK AND DISHES.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE EMPTY, USED EGG CARDBOARD BOXES AS A MEANS OR SHELVING/ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS. ALL SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE MATERIAL.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: BOTTOM METAL SHELVING OF THE METAL PREP TABLE, HOT AND COLD HANDLE/NOZZLE ON THE HAND WASHING SINK AND WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----MUST NOT USE TINFOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ALL SPICE/FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE COOKS LINE AND DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING NOTED EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS.-----INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER.----INTERIOR OF THE KITCHEN TWO DOOR COOLER BOTH WITH POOLING LIQUID ON BOTTOM SHELVING, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED RUBBER DOOR GASKETS AND DOOR HINGES. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN ALL.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: EXTREMELY SLOW DRAINING HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR TO PROPERLY DRAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED CRACKED/DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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: NOTED EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE DRIPPING DOWN ONTO THE WALL. MUST REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN AND 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: TORN/MISSING BASEBOARD COVING ALONG THE WEST WALL OF THE KITCHEN BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPLACE.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED AN EMPLOYEE PERSONAL HAND BAG HANGING FROM SHELVING ON THE COOKS LINE. MUST NOT STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2300790 ON 7-8-19 NOT CORRECTED. #37- ALL BULK FOOD AND SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME. #39-: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HAND WASHING SINK AND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. #41- PREP AREA WET WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION. #49- METAL RACK SHELVING ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #49-: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE COOKS LINE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE.----INTERIOR OF THE TALL REACH-IN FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS.----DIRTY BULK SPICE CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #51- NO BACKFLOW PREVENTOR LOCATED ON THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE. #55-FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, UNDER ALL SINKS, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVING WITH DIRT, DEBRIS, AND EXCESSIVE GREASE. WALLS ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AT THE HAND SINK, NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER, BEHIND COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2300790 ON 7-8-19 NOT CORRECTED. #37- ALL BULK FOOD AND SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME. #39-: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HAND WASHING SINK AND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. #41- PREP AREA WET WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION. #49- METAL RACK SHELVING ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #49-: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE COOKS LINE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE.----INTERIOR OF THE TALL REACH-IN FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS.----DIRTY BULK SPICE CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #51- NO BACKFLOW PREVENTOR LOCATED ON THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE. #55-FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, UNDER ALL SINKS, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVING WITH DIRT, DEBRIS, AND EXCESSIVE GREASE. WALLS ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AT THE HAND SINK, NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER, BEHIND COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.