FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 27, 2019
Complaint
License #2555581
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED MALE DISH WASHER WASHING MULTIUSE UTENSILS AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK .WASHING UNTENSILS AND RUNNING UNDER WATER AND PLACING THEM ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES WITHOUT HAVING SINK SET UP TO SANITIZE UTENSILS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE SINK SET UP PROPERLY AND REWASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES AT THIS TIME.COS.(PRIORITY 7-38-025)
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.12 LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON TOPSIDE OF CONDIMENT PREP COOLER AND ON WALL BEHIND IT AT THE DRIVE THRU,ON UPPER WALL AT MENU BOARD AND T.V. MONITOR,IN DINING AREA ALONG BOTH FRONT WINDOWS AND WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.PEST CONTROL ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION FOR TREATMENT.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN SYRUP BUILD UP AT UNDERSIDE OF SODA DISPENSERS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR AT SODA MACHINES IN DINING AREA AND AT DRIVE THRU AND FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP ON LOWER WALLS AND WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP ON LOWER WALLS AND WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection