ORION RESTAURANT in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/12/23

CHICAGO, IL - ORION RESTAURANT received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/12/2023.

The facility operates from 5772 S ARCHER AVE in Garfield Ridge, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties - Comments: Observed No Person in Charge with Valid Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate. Instructed Manager to Designate Person in Charge During All Hours of Operation. Priority Foundation. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The second violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Observed No Chicago Food Sanitation Manager on Site or Valid Certificate Posted When Tcs Food (potatoes 137.2f)prepared and Served. a Chicago Food Sanitation Manager Must Be on Site at All Times Tcs Food Prepared and Served. Priority Foundation 7-38-012 Citation Issued. 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. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.

The third violation concerned hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: No Bare Hand Contact with Rte Food or a Pre-approved Alternative Procedure Properly Allowed - Comments: Observed Food Handler Touching Ready to Eat Bread for Customer Service with Bare Hands. There Is No Bare Hand Contact with Ready to Eat Food. Must Use Tongs, Tissue, or Utensils When Handling Ready to Eat Food. Priority 7-38-010 Citation Issued.. 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 fourth violation related to hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Obs. 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.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/12/2023 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.