The Wrap and Roll Cafe in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/13/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at The Wrap and Roll Cafe during a routine inspection conducted on 04/13/2023.

Located at 1141 S WESTERN AVE in the North Lawndale area, the establishment serves the local community. The North Lawndale neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

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

The first violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties - Comments: Observed No Person in Charge on Site with Foodservice Manager Sanitation Training.. 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. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The second violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Observed No Valid City of Chicago Sanitation Certificate on Site While Tcs Foods Were Being Prepared and Served (rice, Chicken, Beans). Instructed Person in Charge That Valid Original City of Chicago Sanitation Certificate As Well As Corresponding Certified Manager Must Be on Site at All Times Tcs Foods Are Being Prepared or 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. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.

The third violation related to hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed Rear Prep Area Handsink to Be Inaccessible (basin Filled with Sponges, Soaps). Instructed Person in Charge to Maintain Handsink to Be Accessible at All Times. (items Removed During Inpsection) Priority Foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation Issued Under Above Violation.. 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. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The fourth violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible -. 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 04/13/2023 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.