Gator's Restaurant

January 27, 2011 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeCanvass Re-Inspection
failed findings12
critical findings1

Failed findings

Previous Serious Violation Corrected, 7-42-090critical

Inspector note: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM JAN. 19, 2011 WERE NOT CORRECTED. #24,29 AS DESCRIBED IN REPORT BELOW. A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.
code 14Priority
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. VIOLATION OBSERVED TODAY. OBSERVED THIRTY MOUSE DROPPINGS IN REAR AREA WHERE SOME CLUTTER WAS REMOVED. MUST CLEAN AREA AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY COME OUT TO SERVICE.
code 18
hot/cold holding temps off

Official wording: * Certified Food Manager On Site When Potentially Hazardous Foods Are Prepared And Served
Inspector note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AS REQUIRED.
code 21
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. ONE OF TWO FAUCET NECKS MISSING AT THREE COMP SINK; MUST REPAIR/PROVIDE. UNABLE TO FILL UP ONE COMPARTMENT (WASH) WITH MISSING FAUCET. SINK MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION AND OPERABLE AT ALL TIMES. UPGRADED TO A CRITICAL----SEE #14 ABOVE.
code 24
toxic chemicals mishandled

Official wording: Previous Minor Violation(S) Corrected 7-42-090
Inspector note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS REMAINING FROM FEB. 2010 WHICH WERE TO BE CORRECTED BY MAY 01, 2010 WERE NOT CORRECTED. #34,35,36 UPGRADED TO A CRITICAL---SEE #14 ABOVE
code 29
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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN POTATO DICER ON REAR WALL OF KITCHEN.
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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOODED AREA AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING BOX, SURFACE AREAS UNDER GRILL, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, CUTTING BOARDS, ETC.
code 33
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE SINKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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. REPAIR THE DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE THE MOP SINK. CORRECT BY JAN. 26, 2011. CORRECT THE FOLLOWING BY APRIL 19, 2011: MUST REPAINT ALL AREAS IN KITCHEN WITH CHIPPED PAINT, REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING WHERE OBSERVED IN FRONT AREA AND KITCHEN, SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AROUND PIPES AND ANY OTHER HOLES OBSERVED.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: CLEAN OFF DRIPPING RESIDUE FROM THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS.
code 36
food improperly labeled

Official wording: Toilet Room Doors Self Closing: Dressing Rooms With Lockers Provided: Complete Separation From Living/Sleeping Quarters
Inspector note: PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR.
code 37
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 ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO AVOID CLUTTER AND POTENTIAL RODENT HARBORAGE.
code 41

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on January 19, 2011: 2 findings appeared for the first time. 10 findings recurred. 1 previous finding did not recur.

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