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The Original Margies Maxwell Street
October 13, 2011 · Fail
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- official resultFail
- resultFail
- inspection typeComplaint
- failed findings12
- critical findings1
Failed findings
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Previous Serious Violation Corrected, 7-42-090criticalInspector note: Previous serious violation not corrected: 08-06-2010, report# 278083: No Certified Food Manager on duty with a city of chicago sanitation certificate, while potentially hazardous foods-Steak 165.0F is cooked and served, at this time of inspection. Instructed to enroll in a class and a certified manager must be on duty at all times foods are cooked and prepared. Critical citation issued 7-42-090. No city of Chicago foodservice certicate(s) posted, must have additional certified managers to cover all hours of operation.
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toxic items stored near foodOfficial wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The InspectorsInspector note: Evidence of pest and rodent activity on premises. Observed 20 plus gnats in prep area around 3 compartment sink and rear prep table. Also, observed rat dropping in rear enclosed storage area-approximately 15 plus droppings. Front entry door not rodent proofed. Front door has 1/4 inch gag along botton right side. Instructed to remove all pest activity, detail clean and sanitize areas, rodent proof front door to prevent rodent and insect entry and have licensed pest control service premises and provided current service invoice. Serious citation issued 7-38-020. Rear door propped-open to outside without screen. Must keep doors closed or install tight-fitting screens.
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Outside Garbage Waste Grease And Storage Area; Clean, Rodent Proof, All Containers CoveredInspector note: Outside greae box not maintained or rodented proof. Grease box has wasted grease on ground and exterior of box that is encrusted and creating rodent nuisances. Instructed to detail clean grease box to prevent rodent nuisances. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Dish Washing Facilities: Properly Designed, Constructed, Maintained, Installed, Located And OperatedInspector note: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in middle of three compartment sink, water coming up left and right sides of sink-food particles and black gritty substance. Also, seam is broken on left compartment of three compartment sink and water from middle and left outer coming through broken seam. Instructed to detail clean and/or repair grease trap to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water and weld sink seams smooth to prevent water seepage from one compartment to the other and from leaking to floor. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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toxic chemicals mishandledOfficial wording: Previous Minor Violation(S) Corrected 7-42-090Inspector note: Previous minor violations not corrected: 08-06-2010, report# 278083: -34 The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Must clean floors under and behind all equipment, throughout premises and reseal floor throughout prep and storage area. -38 Must repair leaking faucet at 3 compartment sink, in kitchen prep area. -41 Must remove all clutter in storage rooms by reach-in coolers and area outside back door, clean and better organize all areas. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.
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food prep surfaces dirtyOfficial wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive DetergentsInspector note: Cooking equipment, sinks, utensils, exhaust hood, filters, prep tables and counter and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning MethodsInspector note: Walls and ceiling throughout premises not maintained. Instructed to detail clean, seal all holes and repaint walls and ceiling. Must also, completely seal wall behind three compartment sink and reattach rubber coving throughout. Fan and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean
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thermometers missingOfficial wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures ShieldedInspector note: Light bulbs in prep area not maintained. Instructed to replace all worn light shields and install end caps in prep area and install shatter proof bulb or shield bulb under exhaust hood. Instructed to replace non-working bulb in hallway. Clean all lightshields through-out.
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food improperly labeledOfficial wording: Toilet Room Doors Self Closing: Dressing Rooms With Lockers Provided: Complete Separation From Living/Sleeping QuartersInspector note: Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to install self closing device.
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pests in the houseOfficial wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And MaintainedInspector note: Ventilation not working properly in toilet room. Instructed to repair exhaust fan. Cooking equipment not properly vented. Instructed to have gas operated heavy cooking equipment under proper ventilation or remove from premises.
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Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And ConspicuousInspector note: Thermometers not provided for several coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Appropriate Method Of Handling Of Food (Ice) Hair Restraints And Clean Apparel WornInspector note: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints. Instructed to provided proper hair restraints for all food handlers.
What changed since the previous inspection?
Compared with Pass w/ Conditions on August 6, 2010: 11 findings appeared for the first time. 1 finding recurred. 3 previous findings did not recur.
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