UNION SUB 1 INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN PIZZA PUFFS IN A BOX UNDER GRILL THAWING OUT. ALSO NOTED FROZEN CHICKEN IN A BUCKET THAWING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER THAWING EITHER IN A COOLER OR UNDER RUNNING COOL WATER.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW TCS FOOD IN THE FREEZER OPEN AND EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OR BAG TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINTION AND/OR FREEZER BURN.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINNING FRONT STORAGE SHELVING. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 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: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN REAR AND FRONT DEEP FREEZER.

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 THE WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

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 OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE(GREASE CONTAINER) ENCRUST WITH GREASE ON THE LID, SIDES AND ON THE GROUND AROUND CONTAINER. THIS IS A POSSIBILE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.

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: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.

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.