FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TONY'S ITALIAN DELI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 9, 2014
Complaint
License #429
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL CLOGGED, FOOD HANDLERS UNABLE TO WASH HANDS AT SAID SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS TO TEMPORARILY WASH HANDS AT WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL. PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL MUST BE REPAIRED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION (09/11/14).PREMISES IS PUT ON 48 HOUR NOTICE WORK AROUND. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOODS NOT LABELED OR DATED INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL/DATE FOODS, FIRST IN FIRST OUT.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER DOOR GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR, WORN OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DOOR GASKETS.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER DOOR GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR, WORN OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DOOR GASKETS.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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