When was this facility last ordered closed?
This facility was last ordered closed on 08/19/2024.
TACO BELL
4523 W NORTH AVECHICAGO, IL 60639
Detailed inspection and closure history
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this facility last inspected?
The most recent inspection was on 08/19/2024 CONDITIONAL .
What violations were found?
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SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
OBSERVED WASTE WATER SPILLING ONTO PREP AREA FLOOR FROM DRAIN PIPES WHEN MEN WASHROOM IS IN USE. ALSO OBSERVED SEWAGE INTERCEPTOR IN FRONT PREP AREA, OPEN & EXPOSED TO AIR AND BEING SERVICED FOR REMOVAL OF SEWAGE/WASTE WHILE PREMISES IS PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE PROHIBITED WHILE OPEN, OPERATING AND PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. PLUMBER WAS ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO ADDRESS SEWAGE LEAK. ABLE TO ADDRESS SEWAGE ISSUES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GET PIPES CLEANED TO PREVENT BACK UP ONTO FLOOR OF FACILITY. PRIORITY. 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED
- and 2 other violation(s). See inspection history below for complete details.
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Closure Details
Health code violations
Inspection History
Violations
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SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WASTE WATER SPILLING ONTO PREP AREA FLOOR FROM DRAIN PIPES WHEN MEN WASHROOM IS IN USE. ALSO OBSERVED SEWAGE INTERCEPTOR IN FRONT PREP AREA, OPEN & EXPOSED TO AIR AND BEING SERVICED FOR REMOVAL OF SEWAGE/WASTE WHILE PREMISES IS PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE PROHIBITED WHILE OPEN, OPERATING AND PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. PLUMBER WAS ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO ADDRESS SEWAGE LEAK. ABLE TO ADDRESS SEWAGE ISSUES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GET PIPES CLEANED TO PREVENT BACK UP ONTO FLOOR OF FACILITY. PRIORITY. 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MOP NOT STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT MEN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 83.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. HOT WATER WAS RESTORED TO 104.2F BY THE END OF REPORT TYPING. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS BEEF, CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MOP NOT STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE MIDDLE LIGHT BULB IS OUT AT VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT BULB OUT IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE TRAINING.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED SERVICE MANAGER(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: FOUND HEAVY ICE BUILD UP IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER ON THE CEILING AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE CEILING VENT COVERS ABOVE THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN VENTS AND MAINTAIN.
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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2538178 ON 11/25/2021. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Violations
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector Comments: REVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2253123 ON 1/25/2019. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector Comments: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Violations
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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2253123 ON 1/25/2019. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector Comments: NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS
Violations
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector Comments: NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS.
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MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
No violations found.
Raw Database Records
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 48001 |
| inspection_date | 2024-08-19 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 52. |
| violation_description | SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED WASTE WATER SPILLING ONTO PREP AREA FLOOR FROM DRAIN PIPES WHEN MEN WASHROOM IS IN USE. ALSO OBSERVED SEWAGE INTERCEPTOR IN FRONT PREP AREA, OPEN & EXPOSED TO AIR AND BEING SERVICED FOR REMOVAL OF SEWAGE/WASTE WHILE PREMISES IS PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE PROHIBITED WHILE OPEN, OPERATING AND PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. PLUMBER WAS ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO ADDRESS SEWAGE LEAK. ABLE TO ADDRESS SEWAGE ISSUES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GET PIPES CLEANED TO PREVENT BACK UP ONTO FLOOR OF FACILITY. PRIORITY. 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED MOP NOT STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 10. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT MEN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 83.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. HOT WATER WAS RESTORED TO 104.2F BY THE END OF REPORT TYPING. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 46335 |
| inspection_date | 2024-08-19 |
| standardized_result | closure |
| original_result | Out of Business |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 58097 |
| inspection_date | 2024-04-15 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 2. |
| violation_description | CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS BEEF, CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED MOP NOT STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED THE MIDDLE LIGHT BULB IS OUT AT VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED LIGHT BULB OUT IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE TRAINING. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED SERVICE MANAGER(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. |
| Violation 7 | |
| violation_code | 5. |
| violation_description | PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 70532 |
| inspection_date | 2023-03-10 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 82257 |
| inspection_date | 2022-07-13 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | FOUND HEAVY ICE BUILD UP IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER ON THE CEILING AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE CEILING VENT COVERS ABOVE THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN VENTS AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 60. |
| violation_description | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED |
| violation_comment | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2538178 ON 11/25/2021. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 84101 |
| inspection_date | 2021-11-15 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 60. |
| violation_description | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED |
| violation_comment | REVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2253123 ON 1/25/2019. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 5. |
| violation_description | PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS |
| violation_comment | THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 92927 |
| inspection_date | 2021-05-25 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 60. |
| violation_description | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED |
| violation_comment | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2253123 ON 1/25/2019. #57 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. #58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 61. |
| violation_description | SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC |
| violation_comment | NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 119931 |
| inspection_date | 2019-01-25 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 61. |
| violation_description | SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC |
| violation_comment | NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 3. |
| violation_description | MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 25485 |
| inspection_date | 2018-05-11 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 25485 |
| inspection_date | 2018-05-11 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
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