The following requirements/recommendations listed below would bring your facility into compliance with the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Code.

·        Maintain hot foods above 140° Fahrenheit and cold foods below 41° Fahrenheit

·        Wash hands for 20 seconds with warm water and soap at the appropriate times

·        Provide a hand sink in the food preparation area and keep it accessible to allow use at all times

·        Provide soap and paper towels at the hand sinks

·        Obtain and post a Certified Food Manager certificate

·        Provide a metal stem thermometer from 0°-220° Fahrenheit to take hot or cold food temperatures

·        Provide thermometers in all refrigeration and freezer units

·        Provide and maintain smooth, easily cleanable wall, floor and ceiling surfaces

·        Minimize hand contact with foods by using utensils, gloves, or deli tissue

·        Properly thaw foods in the refrigerator, under cool running water, or in the microwave (if preparing the food immediately afterwards)

·        Provide self-closing and tight fitting doors at all outside exits

·        Provide a three compartment sink large enough to accommodate the largest pot that is required to be properly washed, rinsed and sanitized

·        Provide drain boards on the sides of the three compartment sink to allow stacking of  dirty and clean dishes to be air dried

·        Maintain an air gap (indirect plumbing) at the three compartment sink and at the ice machine

·        Provide a sanitizing solution for wiping cloths

·        Obtain a chemical test kit to test the concentration of sanitizer

·        Properly store chemicals away from food products and food contact surfaces

·        Wear proper hair restraints (hat, visor, or hair net)

·        Remove unnecessary items

·        Provide a mop sink or utility sink to properly dispose of mop water

·        Provide adequate lighting and shield lights where open food is present

·        Provide a self-closing door at the restrooms

·        Provide a covered waste can in the restroom 

·        Keep dumpsters closed and the outside area free of debris

If you need additional information please contact the Environmental Health office at 217-854-3223.