PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 24, 2023
Complaint
License #2555580
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDSOAP AT HANDWASHING SINK IN MENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED HANDSOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE HANDSOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK IN MENS WASHROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF SMALL OVEN USED TO COOK BACON WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BOTH FOUNTAIN MACHINES IN DINING AREA AND DRIVE THRU WITH SODA BUILDUP ON NOZZLES AND IN DRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXTERIOR SURFACE OF FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN DINING AREA WITH SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED INTERIOR CABINETS IN DINING AREA WITH SPILLAGE IN CABINET NEAR FOUNTAIN MACHINE AND CABINET ON NORTHEAST WALL NEAR ENTRANCE DOOR HAS DEAD INSECTS ON INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN . OBSERVED INTERIOR CABINET OF 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT SERVING AREA WITH SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED LEAKING HOSE AT BASE OF FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HOSE AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED LEAKING HOSE AT BASE OF FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HOSE AND MAINTAIN.
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
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