URU-SWATI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES THROUGHOUT PREP STATIONS IN THE KITCHEN. 1 LB COOKED PEAS AT 55F, 1 LB COOKED BEANS AT 58.4F, 1 LB COOKED POTATOES AT 89.6F, 3 LBS MILK AT 53.1, 1LB CREAM AT 63.7F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED MANAGEMENT STATES ESTIMATED VALUE TO BE $50.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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.

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: INSPECTOR OBSERVATION: DURING ACTIVE WARE WASHING LOW TEMPERATURE WARE WASHING MACHINE HAD ZERO CHLORINE RESIDUAL. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO UTILIZE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR CONTINGENCY. TAGGED WARE WASHING MACHINE MUST NOT UTILIZE MACHINE UNTIL REPAIRED & CDPH CONTACTED FOR TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: INSPECTORS OBSERVATION:OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE.PEELED AND CUT CARROTS STORED ON FLOOR DURING ACTIVE CLEANING OF FLOOR;BULK FOODS WITH PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION OF UNIDENTIFIED FOREIGN OBJECT; FOODS NOT PROTECTED IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER FOUND UNCOVERED; LARGE PANS OF FOOD FOUND COOLING ON THE FLOOR UNDER PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN; POTATOES AND ONIONS STORED ON FLOOR ON TOP OF MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR CLOSET.PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCHARGED FOOD ITEMS SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: INSPECTORS OBSERVATION:EVIDENCE OF PEST OVER 200 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE REAR CLOSET AND CEILING LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA, 1/2 IN GAP AT DOOR SWEEP (SIDE EXIT DOOR). MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL EFFECTED AREAS AND RODENT PROOF SIDE DOOR. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: INSPECTORS OBSERVATION:PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM #2042233 ON 4-24-17 NOT CORRECTED. #33-NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE OR REPLACE SHIELD INSIDE INNER LINING. #35-NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE FRONT PREP AREA... INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AN/OR REPLACE. WALL ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR WITH PEELING FINISH AND CAULK. MUST REPAIR WALL TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #38-NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #43-NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS SCATTERED THROUGH OUT THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD AND SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS WITH HANDLES FOR ALL BULK AND PREPARED FOODS.---TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. NOT USE GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE BAGS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARD ON THE THREE DOOR PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR WITH DEEP BLACKENED GROOVES. MUST REPLACE. DIRTY SHELVING WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST IN WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP SHELVING DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PREP TABLE NEXT TO ELECTRICAL BOXES AND WIRING MUST BE MOVED TO AN AREA EASILY CLEANABLE OR SEAL ELECTRICAL BOXES.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: DIRTY BULK FOOD AND SPICE CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT DEBRIS AND GREASE. BEHIND FRONT CABINETS AND UNDER TWO COMPARTMENT SINK. BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE. UNDER ALL PREP TABLES, COOKS LINE, ESPECIALLY UNDER WOK STATION WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE, ALONG ALL BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND CLEAN POT/PAN STORAGE. UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSPECTORS OBSERVATION: WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA PAINTED BLACK NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. WALL AND CEILING MUST BE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND LIGHT IN COLOR. HOLES IN CEILING IN WAIT STATION AREA,PREP KITCHEN AREA; HOLES IN WALL IN REST ROOMS, UNDER WARE WASHING MACHINE AND ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR ALL HOLES IN WALL AND CEILING. VENTILATION FAN IN KITCHEN ABOVE WALK IN COOLER SEVERELY DIRTY, CLEAN FAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSPECTORS OBSERVATION: WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA PAINTED BLACK NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. WALL AND CEILING MUST BE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND LIGHT IN COLOR. HOLES IN CEILING IN WAIT STATION AREA,PREP KITCHEN AREA; HOLES IN WALL IN REST ROOMS, UNDER WARE WASHING MACHINE AND ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR ALL HOLES IN WALL AND CEILING. VENTILATION FAN IN KITCHEN ABOVE WALK IN COOLER SEVERELY DIRTY, CLEAN FAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.