J & J Fish & Chicken

August 30, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint
failed findings9
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 MICE (20 DROPPINGS, LIVE FLIES AND FRUIT FLIES ON PREMISES. HANSEN SERVICED ON AUG. 27, 2010 AND STATED NO ACTIVITY. ADVISED TO HAVE HANSEN SERVICE FACILITY PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. MUST ELIMINATE ACTIVITY NOTED.
code 18
Inside Containers Or Receptacles: Adequate Number, Properly Covered And Insect/Rodent Proof

Inspector note: All garbage and rubbish containing food wastes shall, prior to disposal, be stored in metal containers with tight fitting lids and shall be kept covered except when opened for the disposal or removal of garbage. OBSERVED BARRELS OF GREASE WITHOUT COVERS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM ON CARDBOARD BOXES WITH FOOD CRUMBS FROM FISH. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF USED GREASE. MANAGER STATES THAT AN OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTOR WILL BE INSTALLED IN A FEW DAYS. INSTRUCTED THAT CURRENT STORAGE ATTRACTS FLIES AND RODENTS. MUST PROVIDE A PROPER GREASE DISPOSAL UNIT.
code 20
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 THE FOLLOWING AND MAINTAIN: BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR OF USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT COOLER AND FREEZER DOORS WHERE NEEDED, AND REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA THAT ARE HEAVILY STAINED AND WORN.
code 32
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 AROUND, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: REPLACE BLOWN BULBS IN WASHROOMS TO PROVIDE LIGHT.
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. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK.
code 38
Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And Conspicuous

Inspector note: All REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS NEED INTERNAL THERMOMETERS; PROVIDE.
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. STANDING USED MOP WATER IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO THREE COMP SINK NEEDS REMOVING; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AFTER USING WATER AND TO HANG MOP PROPERLY TO DRY. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF OLD EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ITEMS IN STORAGE AREAS; ADVISED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
code 41

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