83RD STREET FOOD MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: COOLER ON SITE NOT ON AND OPERATING. ALSO ICE CREAM FREEZER NOT ON SITE AT THIS TIME. MUST HAVE ALL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZING UNITS ON SITE TO VERIFY THAT THEY HOLD APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURES. MUST ALSO HAVE HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT ON SITE TO VERIFY THAT IT WORKS PROPERLY. (CHEESE AND GROUND BEEF)

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.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE AN EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN FRONT AREA BEHIND REGISTER OR IN REAR NEAR 3 COMP SINK. ADVISED OWNER TO DETERMINE WHERE NACHO MEAT AND CHEESE WILL BE HANDLED AND INSTALL A HAND SINK THAT IS READILY ACCESSIBLE TO THAT PREP AREA.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: MUST PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING FACILITIES.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MUST REPAIR GAPS ALONG BOTTOMS OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS AND MAKE INSECT AND RODENT PROOF.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

INSIDE CONTAINERS OR RECEPTACLES: ADEQUATE NUMBER, PROPERLY COVERED AND INSECT/RODENT PROOF - Comments: MUST PROVIDE WASTE BASKETS FOR WASHROOM AND SALES FLOOR.

Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.

Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.

Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE OR VALID PROOF OF ENROLLMENT.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PAINT RAW WOOD PLATFORM BEHIND FRONT REGISTER.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST MAKE FLOORS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND WASHROOM SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED NON-TOXIC FLOOR PAINT OR INSTALL TILES AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER SHELVES AND THROUGHOUT SALES FLOOR. MUST INSTALL BASEBOARD ALONG WALLS BEHIND COOLERS,IN WASHROOM,IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

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: SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES AND WHERE NEEDED THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE LIGHTING ABOVE 3 COMPERTMENT SINK AND PROPERLY SHIELD LIGHT. MUST ALSO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS ABOVE AREA DESIGNATED FOR FOOD PREP. (EITHER REAR DISHWASHING AREA OR BEHIND FRONT REGISTER)

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK. MUST PROPERLY INSTALL COFFEE MAKER,PROPERLY CONNECT TO WATER SUPPLY AND INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE. MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT 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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS TO STORE OVERSTOCK,CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND PAPER GOODS AS NEEDED. MUST PROVIDE A PREP TABLE ON SITE TO STORE EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR PREPARATION OF NACHOS AND MEAT. (PLACE TABLE IN AREA DESIGNATED FOR FOOD PREP)

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS TO STORE OVERSTOCK,CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND PAPER GOODS AS NEEDED. MUST PROVIDE A PREP TABLE ON SITE TO STORE EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR PREPARATION OF NACHOS AND MEAT. (PLACE TABLE IN AREA DESIGNATED FOR FOOD PREP)

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.