TROPIC ISLAND JERK CHICKEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

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: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND 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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED 2-4 DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS AT THE REAR CHEMICAL STORAGE/ FOOD HOLDING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS ON ALL SAID DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED PEST INFESTATION. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 350+ MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE SHELVING UNIT UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA, ON THE LEDGE OF THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, ON TOP OF THE STOVES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, IN THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE METAL SHELVING UNIT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER THE SHELVING UNIT WHERE THE MICROWAVE IS STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE TABLE WHERE THE NEMCO EQUIPMENT IS STORED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE FLOOR NEAR TO THE HOT LOGIX HOLDING UNIT AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE FLOOR IN THE HOT WATER TANK STORAGE CLOSET, ON THE LIDS OF THE DRY INGREDIENT STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET, ON THE HOLDING UNIT WHERE THE DRY INGREDIENTS ARE LOCATED IN THE REAR CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA, AND ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR CHEMICAL/FOOD STORAGE AREA, ON THE ELECTRICAL BOXES AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE FLOORS UNDER AND ON THE SIDES OF THE EQUIPMENT IN THE STORAGE AREA CLOSEST TO THE LOBBY. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40-50 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND 5-10 BIG FLIES AT THE REAR CHEMICAL/FOOD STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST, ELIMINATE PEST/INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A SMALL OPENING AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAKE SHELVING UNITS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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: OBSERVED AN ACCUMLATION OF GREASE BUILD UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE STOVES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING RECEPTACLE WITH A LID IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE PRODUCTS.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR ENCLOSURE BEHIND THE FACILITY WITH GARBAGE BAGS AND TRASH. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN REAR OUTDOOR ENCLOUSURE AND MAINTAIN

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED TWO DAMAGED WALLS IN THE CHARCOAL STORAGE AREA IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. ONE WALL IS NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE IT HAS A HOLE AT THE BOTTOM AND THE EOTHER HOLE IS BEHIND THE STORAGE OF THE CHARCOAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID HOLES 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: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS AND IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS, STANDING WATER, AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID FLOORS 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: OBSERVED WALLS WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID WALLS 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: OBSERVED WALLS WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID WALLS 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.