Coleman's Hickory House #1

January 12, 2012 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint-Fire
failed findings11
critical findings0

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Failed findings

toxic items stored near food

Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
Inspector note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 75 RAT & MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS INSIDE OF UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,ON BASEMENT FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,INSIDE OF OVEN IN REAR AREA,ON LANDING LEADING TO 2ND BASEMENT,REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.ALSO REAR & FRONT DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/12/12.(NO CITATION ISSUED).
code 18
Outside Garbage Waste Grease And Storage Area; Clean, Rodent Proof, All Containers Covered

Inspector note: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED LIDS ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING.MUST REPLACE MISSING LIDS & KEEP TIGHT FITTING & MAINTAINED.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
code 19
Dish Washing Facilities: Properly Designed, Constructed, Maintained, Installed, Located And Operated

Inspector note: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED WASTE WATER LINE PIPE CONNECTED TO GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT IS BROKEN & WATER LEAKING HEAVILY FROM PIPE ONTO FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR PIPE & MAINTAIN,REMOVE WATER,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREA.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
code 24
Food In Original Container, Properly Labeled: Customer Advisory Posted As Needed

Inspector note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
code 30
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN GLASS ON B.B.Q. PIT,MISSING OUTLET COVER,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,TOILET SEAT LID IN POOR REPAIR,SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZER.
code 32
food prep surfaces dirty

Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
Inspector note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN GRILL TABLE,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.
code 33
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS THROUGHOUT.
code 35
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING AT HOOD.
code 38
Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And Conspicuous

Inspector note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS.
code 40
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & AREA.
code 41

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