SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

PIZZA HUT SLICE BAR.

EAT. 84/100

500 W MADISON ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO

Last inspected March 17, 2023 · passed

Passed all 8 inspections, but 5 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
8
5 passed · 3 w/ conditions
VIOLATIONS
17
includes 5 critical
RECORDS COVER
5 YEARS
since Jun 2017

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 17
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB IN UNDER THE FRIER HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

APR 5
2022
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 24
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON PIPES AND SURROUNDING FLOOR AREA OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS). INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

FEB 20
2020
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GAS PIPES NEXT TO FRYERS IN REAR PREP ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR SURROUNDING FRY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN REAR PREP. NOTED FOOD EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DEBRIS UNDERNEATH FRONT SERVICE COUNTER IN CORNERS, BEHIND PIZZA OVEN, AND UNDERNEATH ALL STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN HOOD ABOVE FRYER INSIDE OF VENTILATION HOOD.INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 8
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM, OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.

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MAR 13
2018
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed hand sanitizer dispenser units above both exposed hand sinks. Instructed manager to remove to ensure proper hand washing. Maintain at all times.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed holes in the following areas: 1 hole, above rear exit door sign 3 holes, on right hand side of 3 compartment sink and between wire shelving rack. 1 hole, below wall mounted security camera, under wire shelving unit, next to stroage/closet office. Instructed manager to seal and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Observed missing light shield in rear dry storage closet/office. Instructed manager to provide. Maintain at all times.

MINORSanitation
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Observed boxes, dust and debris on floor in attic storage area. Also observed dirt and debris on right hand side of two door refrigerator next to rear exit/entrance. Instructed manager to detail clean, elevate inventory at least 6 inches off the floor, organize, remove unnecessary item's and maintain at all times.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Observed IDPH food handler requirements not met. Informed operator that all employees must meet IDPH food handler requirements within 30 days of employment. Operator could not provide food handler cards. Instructed manager to meet requirements and maintain at all times.

NOV 27
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the front prep area. Observed pepperoni, sausage, cheese and vegetable pizzas at temperatures ranging from 68.0F -75.7F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40F or lower, or 140F or higher at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

MINORPest Activity
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed missing ceiling tile in rear prep area (office area). Must replace to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

JUN 1
2017
PASSED
1 violation1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Found covering on sewage pipe damaged and flaking off in upstairs storage room. Must recover sewage pipes or relocation items stored underneath. Must maintain same.

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