FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S PROPERTIES,LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 2, 2022
Complaint
License #2405951
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED 45LBS OF RAW HAMBURER PATTIES AT AN IMPROPER INTERIOR TEMP OF 57.8F INSIDE A PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE, TOTAL COST $200. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 30 LIVE FLIES SCATTERED IN THE BOTTOM CABINET WERE SELF SERVE POP MACHINE LOCATED, NOTED LIVE FLIES SCATTERED INSIDE AND ON THE GARBAGE CANS IN THE DINING AREA, NOTED 30 LIVE FLIES ON THE WALL AND FLOOR AROUND THE REAR FROSTY MACHINE AND 15 FLIES ON THE WALL BEHIND THE FRONT FROSTY MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND CALL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #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 ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING, EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COUNTER TOPS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR FROSTY MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO FIND SOURCE AND REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED GARBAGE DUMPSTERS IN THE DINING AREA NOT MAINTAIN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT FURTHER FOOD SOURCE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED GARBAGE DUMPSTERS IN THE DINING AREA NOT MAINTAIN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT FURTHER FOOD SOURCE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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