FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S PROPERTIES, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 19, 2018
Complaint
License #2405949
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR SURROUNDING DUMPSTERS AND OVERFLOWING GARBAGE CONTAINER PREVENTING LID FROM CLOSING PROPERLY INSIDE CORRAL ALSO OBSERVED GREASE ON FLOOR BEHIND REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA ADEQUATE MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 12/6/17 REPORT#2116696 NOT CORRECTED. 33 MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF THE 1-DOOR STAINLESS-STEEL FREEZER, ALL SMALL PREP COOLERS AND STORAGE COMPARTMENTS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER, AND STORAGE COMPARTMENTS UNDER THE CONDIMENT STATION WHERE THE SELF SERVE BEVERAGE MACHINE IS LOCATED. 34 MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA, IN WALK IN FREEZER/COOLER, AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AREA. 35 MUST DETAIL CLEAN GREASES ACCUMULATION FROM WALL BEHIND FRYERS, AND FROM HOOD AND FILTERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection