7-ELEVEN #33875B Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF THE 1ST DOOR OF A 8 DOOR REACH IN COOLER WHERE MILK IS STORED AT 49.9F A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON 1ST DOOR.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF A VARIETY OF ASSORTED FLAVORED MILKS 16-1 GALLONS 54.2.F-50.4F DATED 8/27-8/29,16-HALF GALLONS 54.3F-51.3F DATED 8/19-8/30,6-HALF GALLONS LACTAID 54.3F-51.7F DATED 9/9-9/16,20-PINTS 53.7F-51.9F DATED 8/21-8/30,14- 120Z.PROTEIN MILKS 51.8F-54.1FDATED 9/15-9/21,9-120Z.HERSEY CHOCOLATE MILK 52.5F-54.0FDATED 10/31,1-12OZ. COOKIE & CREAM MILK 52.6FDATED 10/29,27-14OZ.MILK 51.2F-55.1F DATED 12/14-12/29,8-11OZ. ORGANIC MILK 50.0F-51.9F DATED 12/5 .1/2 LBS.COOKED CHICKEN 119.2F-134.3F,B.B.Q. CHICKEN 132.3F COOKED FOODS WERE DISCARDED BY MANAGER.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON MILK ONCE DATES HAVE EXPIRED CONTACT CDPH FOR TAG REMOVAL.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.$265.13,16- GALLONS,16- 1/2 GALLONS,20-1/2 PINTS,14- 12OZ.,10-12OZ.27-14OZ. OF MILK.(CRITICAL 7-38-005 B1)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID IN POOR REPAIR.OBSERVED A GAP IN BETWEEN DOUBLE LIDS AND APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN GNAWED ON LEAVING A OPENING IN THE CENTER FOR RODENT ENTRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM SODA MACHINE AND ICE DISPENSER,LOWER STORAGE CABINET,REAR REACH IN FREEZER AND ON SALES FLOOR,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER,REAR STORAGE AREA AND WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT ,WALK IN COOLER CEILINGS AND LIGHT SHIELDS AND TOILET ROOM THE SAME.MUST REPLACE STAINED CEIING TILES ON SALES FLOOR.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.