ZEUS GYROS INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, RUSTY STAINS FOUND INSIDE ON WALLS OF UNIT(SOME TOUCHING ICE). MUST EMPTY UNIT, CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR. LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINER SITTING ON THE FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER FOUND UNCOVERED, MUST COVER TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED MGR. ON PREMISES AT START OF INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED(ITALIAN BEEF, CUTTING TOMATOES, COOKING RICE). SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012(A).

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED AND DARED WHEN HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.

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: PAINT RUSTY SHELF UNDERNEATH GRILL IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.

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: CLEAN THE INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS THRIOUGHOUT BOTH PREP AREAS( INCLUDING THE GASKETS AROUND THE DOORS), ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN BOTH PREP AREAS, AND ALL SINKS.

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: REMOVE EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT FROM FLOORS IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS.

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: REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA. CLEAN DUST AND FUZZY BUILD-UP FROM HOODS & FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND FROM ALL CEILING VENTS. RE-PAINT LOWER SECTION OF WALL NEAR EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA(SURFACE CHIPPED).

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA SLOW DRAAINING, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM DRAIN AND USE STRAINER TO CATCH FOOD PARTICLES.

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.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN PREPARING OPEN FOODS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN PREPARING OPEN FOODS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.