Morton's of Chicago
PASSTuesday, November 17, 2020 at 7:26 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Ensure all menu items offered under cooked from the menu have the proper disclosure / reminder as discussed during inspection [*] Ensure the font of the consumer advisory is enlarged as discussed
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003(C)/3-301.11-C
Preventing Contamination from Hands (C)
Water preassure at the hand sink in the ware washing room is weak - need to address the water flow coming out from the hot water faucet ASAP so staff can wash hand sproperly
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Sour ceam and other condimenmts are out by the expidition station in a common walkway to the restroom for guests -removed immediately and placed back in the kitchen under refrigeration - maintain at 41F or below as discussed Product was iced down properly at the time
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean inside of the small ice cream freezer to defrost visible ice build up - clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment of the cooking line from visible food spills stains and soils - clean inside all refrigeration units where needed from visible food spills
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-904.13-C
Preset Tableware (C)
Ceramic plates out by the front expiditing station are stored on a common table uncovered in a hallway leading to the customer restrooms - relocate or cover as discussed during insection
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floors walls and ceiling areas of the cooking line from all visible food spills stains and soils
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
Label to clearly identify all hand sinks scattered throughout the facility as discussed
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Discontinue storing personal items [ back packs clothing ] in with clean utensils plates pots and pans - keep in a segragated location away from foods and food service
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.16-C
Drying Mops (C)
Keep all " in use mops and brooms ' elevated off the floor - discontinue putting them in the corner of the cooking line and segragate as discussed
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.