WINGSTOP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE IS NOT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER OR VALID CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, POTATOES) ARE BEING SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO SOAP AT FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH SOAP, HAND DRYING DEVICE, HOT AND COLD WATER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPERTOWELS AT FRONT OR REAR PREP HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED BONELESS CHICKEN IN PREP AREA (FRYER) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 112.8F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD. ALL HOT FOODS MUST MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITAION ISSUED.

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN WINGS IN PREP AREA AND REFRIGERATOR AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52.8F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD. ALL COLD FOODS MUST MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK. MUST PROVIDE SERVICE REPORTS AND LOGBOOK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE INSIDE PREP AREA WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR NET, HAT, OR OTHER RESTRAINT WHILE IN PREP AREA AT ALL TIMES.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED MOPS, MOP BUCKETS, BROOMS AND DUST PANS IMPROPERLY STORED THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO HANG IN DESIGNATED AREA FOR DRYING AND STORAGE.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND STANDING WATER IN REAR NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN DRAIN AND REMOVE WATER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND STANDING WATER IN REAR NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN DRAIN AND REMOVE WATER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.