Heartland Cafe

December 14, 2011 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint
failed findings10
critical findings1

Failed findings

handwashing sink issuescritical

Official wording: Sanitizing Rinse For Equipment And Utensils: Clean, Proper Temperature, Concentration, Exposure Time
Inspector note: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY DISPENSING SANITIZER. FOUND TO BE 0 PPM DURING INSPECTION WHILE DISHES BEING WASHED AND BUSINESS OPEN/OPERATING. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND C.D.P.H. CONTACTED BY FAX REQUEST TO 312-746-4240 FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.
code 8Priority
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 APPROXIMATELY OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER STAGE IN DINING ROOM. LAST PEST SERVICE ON 12-11-11 WITH RAT ACTIVITY NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND SEAL ANY OPENINGS UNDER STAGE AREA.
code 18
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. ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
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. ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN DIRTY WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PLASTIC DISH RACKS WITH ENCRUSTED DIRT AND BLACKENED. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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. INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. LINE COOLER DOOR GASKETS WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. INTERIOR ICE CREAM COOLER WITH SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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. FLOOR BEHIND BAR WITH STICKY SPILLAGE AROUND COOLER AND ON MATS. FLOOR UNDER COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO FLOOR BEHIND UNUSED COOLER USED FOR STORAGE ACROSS FROM ICE MACHINE. MUST NOT USE METAL PAN THAT ACCUMULATES FOOD DEBRIS TO PROP UP HOT HOLDING PREP TABLE. MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA OF BAR. MUST REPLACE.
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. MISSING/DAMAGED WALL BASEBOARD COVING THROUGHOUT DISH MACHINE ROOM. MUST REPLACE. WALLS THROUGHOUT COOKS LINE AND PREP AREAS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MISSING/BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE DISH MACHINE. MUST REPLACE.
code 36
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. MISSING VENTILATION IN MENS WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE. LEAK AT NOZZLE OF TWO COMPARTMENT SINK. LEAK ON COLD WATER NOZZLE IN MENS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR. MISSING DRAIN LINE FROM BAR SODA GUN DISPENSING HOLDER. MUST REPLACE. MUST NOT USE FOOD SLICER IN REAR HALLWAY. MUST USE SLICER ONLY IN DESIGNATED FOOD PREP AREA OR INSTALL ADEQUATE PROTECTION, INCLUDING WALLS, CEILINGS AND HAND WASHING FACILITIES IN HALLWAY.
code 38
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. ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON REAR PATIO AREA MUST BE REMOVED AND ALL OTHER ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.
code 41

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass w/ Conditions on May 20, 2011: 6 findings appeared for the first time. 4 findings recurred. 1 previous finding did not recur.

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