JUL 31
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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IDEAL BAKERY ENTERPRISES, INC.
BEAT. 21/100
4763-4765 N MILWAUKEE AVE · JEFFERSON PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected July 31, 2024 · passed with conditions
Failed 8 of 20 inspections. 20 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
20
9 passed · 3 w/ conditions · 8 failed
VIOLATIONS
97
includes 20 critical
RECORDS COVER
8 YEARS
since Sep 2015
INSPECTION HISTORY
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED HOT WATER HANDLE ON FAUCET OF WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM WASHBOWL STRIPPED OFF AND UNABLE TO PROVIDE HOT WATER. NO HOT WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SINK SO THAT IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT ACCEPTABLE TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 100-120F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON AND AROUND CAN OPENER CONNECTED TO REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME ON WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT NEAR HVAC SYSTEM. SEE COMMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN BASEMENT IN GOOD CONDITION.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN REAR ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND SIDES OF FRYER EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLE NEXT TO FRYERS AND INRERIOR OF MICROWAVES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDIITON.
AUG 92023FAILED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 9
2023
FAILED
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED HOSE HOLDER ATTACHED TO HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN DISHWASHING AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ARE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY AND MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE HOSE HOLDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED 15 SMALL FLIES IN LINEN STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM OFFICE ON FIRST FLOOR AND IN BASEMENT NEAR LARGE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED NON FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR ON SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS WHERE NEEDED TO ELEVATE FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANING.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT IN DEEP FRYING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED SURFACE OF GROUND WHERE DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER STORED CONSTRUCTED OF DIRT AND ROCKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SURFACE OF GROUND, MUST BE CONSTRUCTED OF A NONABSORBENT MATERIAL SUCH AS CONCRETE OR ASPHALT AND BE SMOOTH, DURABLE AND SLOPED TO DRAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING IN UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LEAK SURROUNDING AND LEADING FROM LARGE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA NEAR LARGE PALLETS MISSING COVER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVER AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON WALL ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALL AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ONE EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
JUL 222022PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUL 22
2022
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS THROUGHOUT BAKERY PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED VENT COVERS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS LOCATED IN REAR BAKERY PREPARATION AREA WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
JUL 62021PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUL 6
2021
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF ICE ON FANS AND NEAR DOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESS ICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED STANDING WATER AT BOTTOM OF ELEVATOR SHAFT IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON SIDES OF FRYERS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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JUN 282021FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 28
2021
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED SEVERAL DEAD BUGS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF DEAD PESTS.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CAN OPENER COVERED IN GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLE NEAR BREAD BAKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF ICE ON FANS AND NEAR DOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESS ICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED STANDING WATER AT BOTTOM OF ELEVATOR SHAFT IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON SIDES OF FRYERS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING REPEAT CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2453508 DATED 10/19/2021: #55 "OBSERVED CEILING DRYWALL IN DISREPAIR ABOVE THE BAKERY OVENS. MUST PATCH AND REPAIR THE CEILING DRYWALL IN THIS AREA. ALSO OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE WALL." INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OCT 192020PASSED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 19
2020
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-205.15 REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BREAD PREP AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.12 DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.11 OBSERVED CEILING DRYWALL IN DISREPAIR ABOVE THE BAKERY OVENS. MUST PATCH AND REPAIR THE CEILING DRYWALL IN THIS AREA. ALSO OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE WALL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.114 OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
OCT 92020FAILED11 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 9
2020
FAILED
11 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND ON WOODEN PALLETS AND SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLYING INSECTS IN THE RETAIL DISPLAY AND BAKERY PREP AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED PACKAGED FOOD STORED BENEATH SEWAGE LINES IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL FOOD STORED BENEATH THE SEWAGE LINES AND MAINTAIN.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED BOXES OF SINGLE USE ARTICLES STORED BENEATH SEWAGE LINES IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SINGLE USE ARTICLES BENEATH THE SEWAGE LINE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE CHEST FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD IN CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
DETAIL CLEAN THE 5 DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE PASTRY PREP AREA.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BREAD PREP AREA.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOMS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED CEILING DRYWALL IN DISREPAIR ABOVE THE BAKERY OVENS. MUST PATCH AND REPAIR THE CEILING DRYWALL IN THIS AREA. ALSO OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE WALL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
JUL 112019PASS W/ CONDITIONS12 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 11
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
12 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROPERLY MARKED AND PUT PROPER HAND WASHING SIGNS ON ALL HAND WASHING SINKS
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
MUST CLEAN BAKING DISHES AT LEAST ONCE EVERY 24 HOURS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED THAT TCS FOOD MEAT PIROGI 8 LBS 55 F,SALADS 6 LBS 46 F ,POTATO PANCAKES 10 LBS 55 F AND GROUND PORK 12 LBS,WAS STORED ON DISPLAY UNIT NOT REFRIGERATED . ALL FOOD DISCARDED BY MANAGEMENT.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38.005 CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO PROBE THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED) -7-38-005
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN FREEZER DOORS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST CLEAN INTERIOR FAN GRILLS IN LARGE DISPLAY IN COOLER THAT IS COVERED WITH DUST
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED BAKING EQUIPMENT(MIXERS) TO BE BIGGER THAN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND CANT BE SUBMERGED IN WASH WATER IN SINK.MUST PROVIDE CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR EACH SEPARATE PIECE OF FOOD-CONTACT EQUIPMENT WITH DESCRIPTION HOW TO BE CLEANED IN PLACE AND/OR .MUST SUBMIT THE PROCEDURES TO CDPH AT FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST PROVIDE MORE FREQUENT CLEANING ON TOP OF EQUIPMENT THAT IS COVERED WITH DUST
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN TWO 1ST FLOOR BATHROOM FIXTURES .
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOMS.MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS TO ALLOW CLEANING AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL BAKING EQUIPMENT, INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, RACKS AND SHELVING WITH FLOUR, DUST, AND DIRT BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT.
APR 192018PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
APR 19
2018
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed peeling and bubbling paint on ceiling in the oven baking area. Must remove peeling paint to make ceiling a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Observed no shatterproof bulbs or light shield in the basement food storage area. Instructed to provide.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Instructed to provide working drain stoppers for (2) 3 compartment sink in rear prep and in 2nd floor prep/cooking area.
APR 122018FAILED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 12
2018
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Observed open bakery cookies and pastries being stored on top of display case in the display/service area; making it accessible to customer contamination. Facility voluntarily corrected during inspection by covering the pastries with a plastic wrap. Instructed facility to provide sneeze guard or other protective covering for foods to prevent public contamination. Serious violation# 7-38-005(a)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Found over 40 live small flies in different area of premises. (15 in pastry prep area, 10 in baking area and 10 in basement food storage area) also found over 80 mice droppings in prep/baking area along the walls and over 50 mice droppings in basement storage area. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitized the affected areas. Recommend to call licensed pest control for service. Instructed to remove dead water bugs in basement. Serious Violation 7-38-020
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed excess buildup of debris inside and on the following equipment: fryers, all coolers throughout, baking equipment throughout, cooling racks throughout, cabinets in the pastry prep area, interior of three compartment sinks in baking and cooking area, 2nd floor vent covers, 2nd floor hood vent, shelving throughout. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed excess debris on floors under equipment, along the walls, and in the crevices and corners throughout premise. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed peeling and bubbling paint on ceiling in the oven baking area. Must remove peeling paint to make ceiling a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Observed no shatterproof bulbs or light shield in the basement food storage area. Instructed to provide.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Instructed to provide working drain stoppers for (2) 3 compartment sink in rear prep and in 2nd floor prep/cooking area.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed excess clutter and debris in the following areas: in 1st level storage closet, throughout basement, next to ovens in 1st level baking area, on top of ovens and proffer in 1st level baking area, on shelves in front pastry making area on 1st level. Must remove excess clutter and debris, clean area, organize, and maintain.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
Observed no proof of food handler certificates. Instructed to provide.
MAR 92017PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAR 9
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD PRODUCTS (BAGS OF FLOUR) UNDERNEATH SEWER LINE IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED AN OPENING OR GAP ON CEILING ABOVE 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET IN BASEMENT.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
MAR 12017FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 1
2017
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS, UNDER AND AROUND FLOUR PALLETS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE PRE-PACKAGED PREPARED FOODS INSIDE REACH-IN FREEZER IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REACH-IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL STORAGE AND COUNTER CABINETS IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF HAND SINK CABINETS WITH CLUTTER INSIDE WASHROOMS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STOVE WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATION IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED AN OPENING OR GAP ON CEILING ABOVE 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET IN BASEMENT.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
SEP 152016PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 15
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 9-6-16. INSPECTION # 1953782. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER SHELVING UNITS AT 1ST FLOOR PREPARATION AREAS. ALSO, OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES AT OPEN SITE DRAIN AT BASEMENT. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-42-090. MANAGEMENT REMOVED DROPPINGS FROM UNDER SHELVING UNITS AT IST FLOOR PREPARATION AREAS. ALSO, PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN WAS NOTIFIED OF PEST PROBLEMS. PEST CONTROL TERCHNICIAN ARRIVED ON PREMISES FOR SERVICE DURING INSPECTION.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND FLOUR THROUGHOUT PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dead roaches on the floor in the basement. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed grease accumulation by the first floor fryers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed the second floor men's toilet not flushing properly. Instructed facility to use alternate bathrooms on site and to repair and maintain toilet. Observed a sewage like smell near the basement grease trap. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
FOUND CLUTTER AT BASEMENT THAT MUST BE REMOVED. FOUND OLD EQUIPMNET AT BASEMENT THAT MUST BE CLEANED AND STORED PROPERLY OR DISPOSED. (OLD CONTAINERS, RACKS, ETC.)
SEP 62016FAILED3 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 6
2016
FAILED
3 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Observed 60 mice droppings near the ovens on the first floor (around the ovens and in the control panels) and 15 droppings in the front prep area by the wall separating front from back. Instructed facility to remove all droppings and maintain. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dead roaches on the floor in the basement. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed grease accumulation by the first floor fryers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed the second floor men's toilet not flushing properly. Instructed facility to use alternate bathrooms on site and to repair and maintain toilet. Observed a sewage like smell near the basement grease trap. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
JUL 252016FAILED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 25
2016
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Observed 60 mouse droppings throughout the basement storage area. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and to maintain. Recommend to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed exposed waste water pipes (no dripping) directly above dry storage items in the basement. Instructed facility to either shield pipes to prevent contamination or to relocate items stored underneath and to maintain.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirt and debris on the floor in the large walk in cooler. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed the ceiling in the front walk in cooler and the large walk in cooler to have dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Observed foodhandlers working without hair restraints. Instructed facility to ensure all foodhandlers wear hair restraints while working in prep areas or handling food.
NOV 32015PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
NOV 3
2015
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR THROUGH-OUT REAR PREP AREAS NOT MAINTAINED AND POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING NOT MAINTAINED IN FRONT DISPLAY AND SIDE OVEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CEILING AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VENTILATION NOT PROVIDED IN TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXHAUST FAN AND/OR HAVE WINDOWS OPEN DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
SEP 92015FAILED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 9
2015
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED HANDSINK NOT PROVIDED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH OT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE IN FRONT BAKERY AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
GASKETS NOT MAINTAINED ON COOLER DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/INSTALL NEW GASKETS ON DOOR SEALS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR THROUGH-OUT REAR PREP AREAS NOT MAINTAINED AND POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING NOT MAINTAINED IN FRONT DISPLAY AND SIDE OVEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CEILING AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VENTILATION NOT PROVIDED IN TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXHAUST FAN AND/OR HAVE WINDOWS OPEN DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
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