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OBSERVED NO VOMIT/DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

FOUND COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. PORK, BEEF, CHORIZO, MENUDO, CUT TOMATOES, AND EGGS FOUND AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50F TO 56F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS (RICE, SOUP, COOKED BEEF, AND COOKED YAMS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT DISCARD DATES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATES FOR ANY PREPARED TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

EQUIPMENT NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. NOTED TEMPERATURE OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 56.0 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR COOLER TO PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW, OR REPLACE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

OBSERVED NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES CAPABLE OF TAKING HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGEMENT MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

FOUND NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS SUCH AS THE BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.

NOTED OVER 15 LIVE ROACHS ON THE EDGE OF THE OVEN DOOR, ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE PREP COOLER, UNDERNEATH THE MICROWAVE, EMBEDDED INSIDE THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZER, AND ON THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE PREP HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL ROACHES AND ACTIVITY, CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT TO PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

NOTED OVER 20 DEAD ROACHES ON THE KITCHEN FLOOR NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NEAR THE FRONT COUNTER, ON THE BATHROOM FLOOR NEAR THE DOOR, AND ON THE COUNTER NEAR THE TWIZZLER CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS.

FOUND UNPACKAGED AND UNCOVERED CHICHARRON AND CARNE SECA BEING DISPLAYED ON A TABLE WITH TONGS NEAR THE FRONT COUNTER IN THE CUSTOMER SEATING AREA, INTENDED FOR CONSUMER SELF SERVICE, NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD ON DISPLAY MUST BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY THE USE OF PACKAGING, DISPLAY CASES, OR OTHER EFFECTIVE MEANS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

NOTED ONLY ONE DRAIN PLUG AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE DRAIN PLUGS FOR EACH COMPARTMENT.

FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE FOR SANITIZER OR WAREWASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, AND DEFROST AND REMOVE ICE FROM THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZER.

FOUND THE PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

FOUND NO MOP SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT AT LEAST ONE SERVICE SINK (MOP SINK) OR CURBED CLEANING FACILITY EQUIPPED WITH A FLOOR DRAIN SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR THE CLEANING OF MOPS AND DISPOSAL OF MOP WATER/SIMILAR LIQUID.

NOTED NO GREASE TRAP INSTALLED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.

NOTED NO OUTSIDE COMMERICAL DUMPSTER ON THE PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE COMMERICAL DUMPSTER WITH COMMERCIAL REFUSE REMOVAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

FOUND A THICK LAYER OF GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (BROKEN EQUIPMENT, ETC.) STORED OUTSIDE NEAR THE EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.

FOUND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

2-102.14(O) Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.

2-501.11 Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

3-501.17 Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

3-603.11 Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

2-102.14(O) Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.

2-501.11 Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

3-501.17 Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

3-603.11 Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

4-602.13 Observed build up of dirt, grease, and grime on grill, storage shelves, prep coolers, freezer, and storage containers. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

REPAIR THE LEAK UNDERNEATH THE DRAIN LINE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

6-501.12 Observed a build up of grease and dirt on walls and ceilings throughout the rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

6-501.14 Observed build up of grease and dirt on hood and filters over grill and on vent cover in rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

2-102.13 Observed no employee with an allergen training certificate at this time. Instructed management all employees with a City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate must complete allergen training and maintain a certificate on site.

8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2311760 ON 9/4/19: 38 - 6-501.111: **PF** Controlling Pests (Pest Activity, Harborage) Observed approx. 50 mouse droppings on the floor in the furnace room/storage room near HVAC equipment, 20 mouse droppings in the dining room storage closet, 5 droppings in the dining room and 2 droppings in the washroom. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate activity. PRIORITY 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Observed no City of Chicago Sanitation Certificate displayed on premises at time of inspection. Instructed management a certified food sanitation manager must be present at all times when TCS foods are being prepared. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.

Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

Observed approx. 50 mouse droppings on the floor in the furnace room/storage room near HVAC equipment. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

Observed half inch gap underneath both exterior door leading out of storage area and kitchen. Instructed to repair and maintain tight fitting doors.

Observed cutting boards with deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed management to resurface or replace and maintain clean, smooth cutting boards.

Observed build up of dirt, grease, and grime on grill storage shelves, prep coolers, freezer, and storage containers. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

Observed a build up of grease and dirt on walls and ceilings throughout the rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

Observed build up of grease and dirt on hood and filters over grill and on vent cover in rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

Observed no employee with an allergen training certificate at this time. Instructed management all employees with a City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate must complete allergen training and maintain a certificate on site.

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2071534 7/27/17 NOT CORRECTED- #18 STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 10-12 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN CREVICES ON UNDERSIDE OF REAR PREP TABLE .ALSO,APPX.5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE NEXT TO FURNANCE.APPX. "3/4-1" GAP IN FRONT DOOR ACROSS BOTTOM,REAR DOOR ALONG BOTTOM,FURNANCE ROOM DOOR ALONG BOTTOM AND FRAME.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS AND FRAME .RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/8/17.PEST CONTROL TECH ARRIVED ON SITE AND DOOR IS NOW BEING REPAIRED TO BE TIGHT FITTING AT THIS TIME. (CRITICAL 7-42-090)

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP COOLER.

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,STOVE,OVEN,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,STEAM TABLE,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT.

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF PIPES AT COOKING EQUIPMENT .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP/ DISH WASHING AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS,FILTERS AND HOOD.MUST SEAL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.

MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK .

Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.