WHALE FISH & CHICKEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS, AT FRONT COOK LINE EXPOSED HAND SINK, AS WELL AS REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK, NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INFORMED MANAGER THAT PAPER TOWELS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL EXPOSED HAND SINKS WHENEVER FOODS ARE PREPARED AND OR SERVED. MANAGER VOLUNTARY CORRECTED VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION. CRITCAL VIOLATION #7-38-030

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT 1954133 DATE 09/09/2016, NOT CORRECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION # 7-42-090 32 MUST REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES INFORMED MANAGER TO CORRECT SAID VIOLATION BEFORE RE INSPECTION DATE: 11/23/17

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE BULK FOODS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER WHILE IN STORAGE.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTS ABOVE FRONT COUNTER, ON EMPLOYEE SIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. RESERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN BEVERAGE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHT DIRECTLY ABOVE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIME.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHT DIRECTLY ABOVE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIME.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.