A J FOOD & LIQUOR INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS ON FLOOR NEXT TO SAFE,BEHIND RADIATOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA,ON FLOOR NEXT TO BEER WALK IN COOLER,UNDER DESK,UNDER LIQUOR STORAGE CRATES ON 1ST FL.,BEHIND RADIATOR IN FRONT JUICE STORAGE AREA,BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER BEHIND RADIATOR & ON LOWER SHELF,REAR HALLWAY UNDER STAIRS,IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR IN LIQUOR CAGE,ON & IN BETWEEN PALLETS & UNUSED MOTOR.ALSO OPEN POISON IN SAME AREAS & FRONT & BOTH REAR DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/23/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN GNAWED ON LEAVING A OPENING IN CENTER OF BOTH LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS & MAINTAIN.(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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK BACKING UP IN FAR RIGHT & LEFT COMPARTMENTS WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON AT SINK.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BEER WALK IN COOLER MAN DOORS.MUST REMOVE BOXES USED FOR GARBAGE CAN & PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS,REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN BEER WALK IN COOLER.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS,SERVICE COUNTER & BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVES,BEER WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,EXHAUST FANS,MINI BLINDS,BEER WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARDS,BEER SLEEVES,VENTILATION VENTS.MUST DEFROST FREEZER.

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 FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES OF CRATES,STORAGE SHELVES,RADIATORS,BASEMENT,BEER WALK IN COOLER.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT,FLOOR IN BEER WALK IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR.

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 CLEAN & PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS & HOLES IN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS & WALL TRIM INCLUDING EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER,GAP BETWEEN FLOOR & WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN CEILING IN BEER WALK IN COOLER.

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 LIGHT SHIELDS & END CAPS ON LIGHTS IN ALL LIQUOR STORAGE AREAS & BEER WALK IN COOLER.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER.

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 PROVIDE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER.

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.