7-ELEVEN #36793B Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINING IN THE WALK IN COOLER SHELVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE REPLACEMENT FOR SHELF LINING.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE LID NOT MAINTAINED: UNABLE TO CLOSE TIGHT FIT TO CONTAINER DUE TO EXCESSIVE TRASH OVERFLOWING AND STACKED ON TOP OF CONTAINERS. SECURE CONTAINER LID TO PROPERLY CLOSE AND PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE, FOOD SOURCE. REMOVE EXCESSIVE TRASH TO ALLOW FOR LID TO CLOSE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020(b). CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES TO CONSOLIDATE TRASH AND REMOVE EXCESS BOXES. TRASH RECEPTACLE IS NOW FULLY CLOSED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR DRY STORAGE/DISHWASHING AREA TO BE HEAVILY CLUTTERED WITH EXCESSIVE TRASH AND LOOSE BOXES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF EXCESSIVE TRASH AND CLUTTER BUILD UP.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED PERSONAL ITEMS AND CLOTHING STORED ON FOOD ITEMS AND SHELVES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL PERSONAL ITEMS MUST BE STORED IN DESIGNATED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL STORAGE AREAS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR ANY FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES RECEIVE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR ANY FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES RECEIVE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS.

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.