VALERIO'S TROPICAL BAKESHOP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WHITE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINER STORED UNDERNEATH FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED. CARDBOARD LINERS MUST BE REMOVED FROM STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED TO REAR FOOD PREP TABLE,UTILITY ROLLING CARTS,BOTTOMS AND LEGS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF EMPLOYEE LOCKERS,SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.

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: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM CEILING VENTILATION COVER 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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE SPLASHED FOOD DEBRIS AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON SAME WALL AROUND PIPES 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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS AT THE REAR DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REAR 1 COMP SINK HAS A SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS AND REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AT 1 COMP SINK 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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS AT THE REAR DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REAR 1 COMP SINK HAS A SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS AND REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AT 1 COMP SINK 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.