WHITE PALACE GRILL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AS REQUIRED. MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION (MARCH 12, 2013) WAS NOT POSTED VISIBLE TO THE CUSTOMERS AS REQUIRED. INSPECTION SUMMARY WAS IN A BINDER ATTACHED TO THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE POSTED BUSINESS LICENSE AND FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THAT SUMMARY MUST BE POSTED ON THE WALL VISIBLE FOR CUSTOMERS TO SEE.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE CONTAINER.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE A NEW LID FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINER IN DRY STORAGE ROOM WHERE CRACKED.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, SURFACE AREAS UNDER GRILL, PREP TABLES, BOTTOMS OF STEAMTABLES, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALLS BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED. ALSO REMOVE DUST FROM ALL CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALLS BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED. ALSO REMOVE DUST FROM ALL CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA.

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.