Slice Factory
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2016
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Score
Slice Factory has been inspected eight times since 2015. On Dec 9, 2016, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. The file hasn't been updated since Dec 9, 2016, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Slice Factory on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspection History
Dec 9, 2016
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (PIZZA,CHICKEN,SAUSAGE,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND POST CERTIFICATE.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI AND FLOUR FROM PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,ROLLING CART,FRYER CABINET AND WHEEL BASES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOUR FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FLOOR TILE IN DINING AREA AT REGISTER
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALL VENT OVER REAR DOOR.MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM HOOD AND FILTERS.MUST SEAL LARGE GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER PIZZA OVEN.MUST ADJUST BASMENT DOOR ALONG THE SIDE AND BOTTOM
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS AT HOOD , FRONT PREP AREA AND BASEMENT
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN TOILETROOM
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Dec 1, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW AND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING,PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (PIZZA,ITALIAN BEEF,CHEESE SAUCE,ETC).MUST BE ON SITE AND PROVIDE AND POST CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1609979 1/21/16 NOT CORRECTED #32-MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON RIGHT SIDE OF HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA NEXT TO PREP TABLE.#41-MUST ELEVATE,ORGANIZE OR REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS TO HAVE ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP.MUST MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI AND FLOUR FROM PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,ROLLING CART,FRYER CABINET AND WHEEL BASES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOUR FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FLOOR TILE IN DINING AREA AT REGISTER
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALL VENT OVER REAR DOOR.MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM HOOD AND FILTERS.MUST SEAL LARGE GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER PIZZA OVEN.MUST ADJUST BASMENT DOOR ALONG THE SIDE AND BOTTOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS AT HOOD , FRONT PREP AREA AND BASEMENT
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN TOILETROOM
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Jan 21, 2016
Recent Inspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHED DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA AT FRONT WINDOWS.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT HOOD.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR FRONT 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AND PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Jan 14, 2016
Recent Inspection
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHED DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA AT FRONT WINDOWS.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT HOOD.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR FRONT 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AND PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Jan 7, 2016
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF A VARIETY OF COOKED PIZZAS AT FRONT COUNTER DISPLAY FOR SALE.MANAGER STATES THEY USE A TIME VARIANCE BUT NO LOGS OR DOCUMENTS PROVIDED.SAUSAGE PIZZA 79.9F,81.7F,81.8F,82.9F,CHEESE PIZZA 78.8F-81.3F,PEPPERONI & SAUSAGE 73.2F-73.5F,SUPREME PIZZA 71.1F-71.6F,MARGHERITA PIZZA 69.2F-69.6F,PREMIVERA PIZZA 69.1F-69.6F,VEGETABLE PIZZA 69.6F,PULLED PORK PIZZA 71.3F,TROPICAL PIZZA 73.7.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.23LBS.$85.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1578601 10/6/15 #45-IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET .MUST MAINTAIN AND PROVIDE.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHEDD DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA AT FRONT WINDOWS.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT HOOD.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR FRONT 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AND PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Oct 6, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROWNIES BEING INDIVIDUALLY PACKAGED ON SITE WITH NO LABEL. ALL PREPACKAGED ITEMS NEED TO HAVE NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT ADDRESS AND LIST OF INGREDIENTS WITHIN PRODUCT.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANBALE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHEDD DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED AT PREVIOUS INSPECTION.
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Sep 10, 2015
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER AT 47.0F CONTAINING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD. ICE WAS FOUND ON BACK OF CONDENSER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALK IN COOLER AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 PIZZAS ON COUNTER THAT WERE BEING HELD AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND THEN REHEATED AND GIVEN TO CUSTOMER. CHEESE, SAUSAGE, VEGGIE AND MEAT LOVERS PIZZAS WERE FOUND AT 98.1F, WEIGHS APPROXIMATLY 25LBS VALUED AT $100. PIZZA WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED COOKED AND SERVED INCLUDING CHICKEN, SAUSAGE, CHEESE AND BEEF. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROWNIES BEING INDIVIDUALLY PACKAGED ON SITE WITH NO LABEL. ALL PREPACKAGED ITEMS NEED TO HAVE NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT ADDRESS AND LIST OF INGREDIENTS WITHIN PRODUCT.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK JWITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANBALE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHEDD DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK
32
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED AT PREVIOUS INSPECTION.
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Aug 4, 2015
License
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR IN BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK JWITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH EASILY CLEANBALE SPLASH GUARDS ON EACH SIDE OF HANDINK AND MOVE PAPER TOWEL HOLDER FROM ATTACHEDD DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ABOVE EXPOSED HANDSINK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN WINDOW IN REAR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. WINDOW MUST BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED. ALL AREAS NEED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OLD PEPSI MACHINE IN REAR OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED SO THAT THERE IS ACCESS TO GREASE TRAP AND ACCESS FOR PEST CONTROL. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED UP OFF GROUND AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Slice Factory last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Slice Factory on file is from Dec 9, 2016. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Slice Factory?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Slice Factory.
Has Slice Factory's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Slice Factory have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Slice Factory means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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