The Hallmark

November 15, 2013 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeShort Form Complaint
  • failed findings10
  • critical findings1

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Failed findings

  • handwashing sink issuescritical
    Official wording: Sanitizing Rinse For Equipment And Utensils: Clean, Proper Temperature, Concentration, Exposure Time
    Inspector note: LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE 5TH FLOOR NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME(NO DISHES OR MULTI-USE UTENSILS WASHED AT THIS TIME).SEVERAL ATTEMPTS MADE TO OPERATE THE UNIT,DISPENSING "0" PPM AT THIS TIME.HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT AT THIS TIME.MUST NOT USE UNTIL THE CDPH IS NOTIFIED VIA FAX OR E-MAIL TO REQUEST TAG REMOVAL. NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME.
    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: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE KITCHEN AND THE DISHWASHING AREA AND THE DINING AREAS APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. ALSO, THE REAR OVERHEAD DOOR FROM THE LOADING DOCK AND THE FRONT ENTRANCE IS NOT RODENT PROOFED. THERE IS A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED. PROVIDE LIDS TO TRASH BINS IN THE KITCHEN AREAS,KEEP KITCHEN FLOORS DRY THROUGHOUT TO MINIMIZE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    code 18
  • hot/cold holding temps off
    Official wording: * Certified Food Manager On Site When Potentially Hazardous Foods Are Prepared And Served
    Inspector note: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SALADS, PASTAS,HAMBURGERS,TUNA, FISH, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
    code 21
  • Clean Multi-Use Utensils And Single Service Articles Properly Stored: No Reuse Of Single Service Articles
    Inspector note: ALL EXPOSED DINING ROOM TABLEWARES MUST BE COVERED, WRAPPED, PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION.
    code 31
  • food prep surfaces dirty
    Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
    Inspector note: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS ALONG THE COOKLINE AREAS
    code 33
  • Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used
    Inspector note: FLOOR UNDER SODA FOUNTAIN SYSTEM IN KITCHEN WITH DIRT AND SYRUP SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN. MISSING, DAMAGED GROUT IN TILES OF SEVERAL AREAS THROUGHOUT DISH AND KITCHEN AREAS. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
    code 34
  • Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods
    Inspector note: Clean and maintain the walls and ceilings so they are smooth and sanitary from top to bottom.
    code 35
  • pests in the house
    Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
    Inspector note: MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR THE ICE MACHINE,HOT WATER UNIT 1ST FLOOR CONVENIENCE STORE.MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
    code 38
  • grimy wiping cloths
    Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
    Inspector note: REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS FROM THE REAR LOADING DOCK.
    code 41
  • Appropriate Method Of Handling Of Food (Ice) Hair Restraints And Clean Apparel Worn
    Inspector note: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS.
    code 42

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass w/ Conditions on October 24, 2013: 5 findings appeared for the first time. 5 findings recurred. 2 previous findings did not recur.

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