FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDYS OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 31, 2023
Complaint
License #2308240
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E BEEF, CHICKEN, CHILI, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES DURING THE HANDLING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOUND FOOD HANDLERS IN THE PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS IN THE PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. ALSO, THE FLOORS ARE SLIPPERY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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: WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE THE PREP AREA AND AROUND EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD SPILLS AND DIRT. 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: WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE THE PREP AREA AND AROUND EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD SPILLS AND DIRT. 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection