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UNCLE REMUS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Mobil food prepared

UNCLE REMUS 1900 N AUSTIN AVE, CHICAGO 60639 MOBIL FOOD PREPARED
April 19, 2023 Canvass License #2807980
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW, AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION THE MANAGER HAD HER CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE IN A FOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES THE MOBILE FOOD VEHICLE IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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.
Violation #45
MINOR
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED AS A FLOOR LINER UNDERNEATH THE RUBBER MATS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND DO NOT USE CARDBOARD AS A FLOOR LINER, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER/CASHIER PREPARING FOODS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER'S CERITIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER/CASHIER PREPARING FOODS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER'S CERITIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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