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ZYMI BAKERY INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

ZYMI BAKERY INC (AKA: ZYMI BAKERY) 5806-5808 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO 60646 Bakery
December 27, 2021 License License #2827107
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST RESTORE HOT WATER TO A MINIMUM OF 110F.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: WALK-IN COOLER TEMPERATURE RANGES FROM 43.7 TO 46.0F. UNIT MUST BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN TCS FOODS AT 41.0F OR LESS.
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.
Violation #43
MINOR
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND PADDLES STORED ON FLOOR NEXT TO OVENS. MUST STORE ITEMS ELEVATED OFF FLOOR.
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
Violation #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHLORINE TEST KIT. MUST PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER USED.
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
Violation #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OVER-SIZED EQUIPMENT ON SITE, MIXING BOWLS. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURES ON HOW EQUIPMENT WILL BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ACCUMULATED DEBRIS IN MOTOR HOUSING OF ROTATING BREAD OVEN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ACCUMULATED DEBRIS IN MOTOR HOUSING OF ROTATING BREAD OVEN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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