BURGER KING #8312 in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/07/23

CHICAGO, IL - BURGER KING #8312 received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/07/2023.

Located at 7222 S STONY ISLAND AVE in the South Shore area, the establishment serves the local community. The South Shore neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation related to sanitization. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Rubber Gaskets Needed at Reach in Coolers. Gaskets in Poor Repair. Instructed to Replace and Maintain in Good Order.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The second violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: All Door Handles in Need of Cleanong to Remove All Build Up. Instructed to Clean and Santize All Surfaces and Maintain.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

The third violation involved cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: All Equipment in Need of Detail Cleaning to Remove All Grease Build Up. Instructed to Detail Clean All Sides, Tops and Interior of All Equipment. Fryers, Drink Machines, Ice Cream Machine. All in Need of Detail Cleaning.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The fourth violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: All Wheels on All Cooking Equipment in Need of Detail Cleaning to Remove All Grease and Food Build Up. Instructed to Detail Clean and Maintain.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The fifth violation involved cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Sewage & Waste Water Properly Disposed - Comments: Floor Drain By Main Food Line in Need of Detail Cleaning to Remove All Food Debris. Instructed to Detail Clean and Maintai. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/07/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.