Bericht zur Lebensmittelsicherheit: Joey G's Mac And Cheese, 959 N Western Ave, Chicago, Il, USA.

Chicago, 60622 Illinois, United States

Report date: Apr 29, 2026
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no certified city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site at start time of inspection while time/temperature control for safety, tcs, foods are handled/prepared, served and stored. Instructed the certified city of chicago food service sanitation manager must be on site during operating hours while tcs foods are handled/prepared, served and stored. Certified manager, christine schiller, arrived on site at approximately 2:35pm. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink at the frontline/main ice prep area. Instructed to provide.

16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed ice machine located in the basement area with a build-up of black and pink slime substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored at below the ice bin. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to remove/discard ice and clean and sanitize. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed no ambient air thermometer inside the reach in the frontline area. Instructed to provide.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed food storage containers without labels containing the common name of foods. Instructed to provide.

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: observed in-use utensils (knives) stored improperly on prep surface areas. Instructed to store properly between usage.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed cutting boards in the rear prep area with open seams and dark stains. Instructed to refinish/replace.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed mop stored improperly in the mop sink area. Instructed to store properly in a mounted position that allows for air-drying between usage.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the exhaust ventilation in the washroom. Instructed to clean.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed no food employee with proof of allergen training. Instructed to provide for all city of chicago food service sanitation managers.

Source: chicago.gov