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The full inspection history
11 inspections
Complaint
Sep 30, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/ SITE AS REQUIRED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN, BEANS AND COLE SLAW. INFORM THAT A MANAGER WITH THE CERTIFICATION NEEDS TO BE ON SITE FROM OPEN TO CLOSE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, COLE SLAW) AND OTHER ITEMS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED WALLS BEHIND THE PREP STATION DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE'S ON DUTY WITHOUT THIER FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Feb 18, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jan 12, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 6, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MANAGER WILLIAM KLEIN ON SITE WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION. INFORM THAT A MANAGER WITH THE CERTIFICATION NEEDS TO BE ON SITE FROM OPEN TO CLOSE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, COLE SLAW) AND OTHER ITEMS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MR KLEIN TO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION AND PROVIDE ON SITE (PROOF OF PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DUST UNDER THE HEAT LAMP AREA WHERE THE COOKED CHICKEN IS HELD FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS HELD IN AREA.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BETWEEN THE DEEP FRYER STATIONS IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING...THE REAR TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AREA...THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA...THE SODA HOLDING RACK ACROSS FROM THE OFFICE AND THE FRONT FOOD PREP AND SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR MANAGER WILLIAM KLEIN...INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL BE ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2629158, DATE 12/30/25. STILL OBSERVED NUMEROUS TO MANY TO COUNT LIVE ROACHES AT THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE COUNTER BEHIND AND AROUND BLACK BOXES UNDER THE LEMONADE MACHINE (SODA COMPRESSER UNIT). ALSO NOTED LIVE ROACHES ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMP SINK, WALL UNDER CASHIER REGISTER, BEHIND REAR ICE MACHINE AND REAR WASHING AREA. Violation Codes: 6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA APPROX 10 LIVE ROACHES...THE DISH STORAGE RACK APPROX 2 LIVE ROACHES...AND UNDER THE SINK AT THE PIPES APPROX 8 LIVE ROACHES... THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA THE BLACK BOXES RIGHT ABOVE THE OUTLETS UNDER THE COUNTER WHERE THE LEMONADE MACHINE IS LOCATED... INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST INSPECTION AND SERVICE BEFORE RETURN DATE OF 01/06/2026. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORTY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 30, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MANAGER WILLIAM KLEIN ON SITE WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION. INFORM THAT A MANAGER WITH THE CERTIFICATION NEEDS TO BE ON SITE FROM OPEN TO CLOSE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, COLE SLAW) AND OTHER ITEMS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MR KLEIN TO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION AND PROVIDE ON SITE (PROOF OF PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA APPROX 10 LIVE ROACHES...THE DISH STORAGE RACK APPROX 2 LIVE ROACHES...AND UNDER THE SINK AT THE PIPES APPROX 8 LIVE ROACHES... THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA THE BLACK BOXES RIGHT ABOVE THE OUTLETS UNDER THE COUNTER WHERE THE LEMONADE MACHINE IS LOCATED... INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST INSPECTION AND SERVICE BEFORE RETURN DATE OF 01/06/2026. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DUST UNDER THE HEAT LAMP AREA WHERE THE COOKED CHICKEN IS HELD FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS HELD IN AREA.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT AND WALK IN FREEZER WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING...THE REAR TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AREA...THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA...THE SODA HOLDING RACK ACROSS FROM THE OFFICE AND THE FRONT FOOD PREP AND SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR MANAGER WILLIAM KLEIN...INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ON SITE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED THE SODA DESPENSING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DRIED SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT ACTIVITY.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE DEEP FRYERS IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING AS WELL AS THE PREP TABLES IN THE AREA. INTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED FLOOR IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA UNDER THE DISH WASHER ALONG THE WALL WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS AS WELL AS FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA AND COOKING AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS STORED AND PREPARED IN AREA.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 27, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 3, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANINGTO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN NEED OF DETAIL CLENAING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 10, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 8, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DOOR HANDLES ON ENTRY DOOR AND REACH IN COOLERS, HOT HOLDING OVENS ALL WITH FOOD BUILD UP IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MAINTAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
COVER NEED FOR INSIDE WASHROOM RECEPTICLE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
WALLS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLESNING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER AND BUILD UP OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 7-1-24 REPORT #2596878 #16 OBSERVED THE ICE CHUTE AT INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BUILD UP OF A BLACK SUBSTANCE IN COLOR AND ORANGE REDDISH COLOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ICE AND WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. #60 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 REPORT #2581559: #49 FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, FRONT COUNTER, CABINETS, DRAWERS, CUP HOLDERS, ROLLING CARTS, WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #55 FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND THICK GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55 FOUND PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILINT TILES. MAINTAIN ALL. #58 FOUND NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. HER CERTIFICATE EXPIRED MARCH OF THIS YEAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 1, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE ICE CHUTE AT INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BUILD UP OF A BLACK SUBSTANCE IN COLOR AND ORANGE REDDISH COLOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ICE AND WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED DOOR HANDLES ON ENTRY DOOR AND REACH IN COOLERS, HOT HOLDING OVENS ALL WITH FOOD BUILD UP IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MAINTAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
COVER NEED FOR INSIDE WASHROOM RECEPTICLE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
WALLS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLESNING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER AND BUILD UP OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
HOOD VENTILATION IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 REPORT #2581559: #49 FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, FRONT COUNTER, CABINETS, DRAWERS, CUP HOLDERS, ROLLING CARTS, WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #55 FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND THICK GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55 FOUND PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILINT TILES. MAINTAIN ALL. #58 FOUND NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. HER CERTIFICATE EXPIRED MARCH OF THIS YEAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
FOUND RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO, FOUND THE PREP HAND SINK AND THE WASH BOWL IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF RECAULKING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE/RECAULK AND MAINTAIN ALL.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, FRONT COUNTER, CABINETS, DRAWERS, CUP HOLDERS, ROLLING CARTS, WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND THICK GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FOUND NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYEES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
FOUND EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN IN THOSE AREAS AT ALL TIMES. MAINTAIN SAME.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
FOUND NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. HER CERTIFICATE EXPIRED MARCH OF THIS YEAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.