A & J FOOD MARKET INCORPORATED Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed facility with non accessible hand sink and hand sink in disrepair. rear hand sink in meat area blocked with wares and utensils stored inside. Must remove items and maintain access for hand washing only. Observed nonfunctioning hand sink and in disrepair. Hand sink rear prep area in disrepair, water facet removed and does not drain properly. Must repair and maintain. Observed employee restroom hand sink in disrepair, water leak heavily on floor. Must repair and maintain. Critical Violation7-38-030

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: Observed no waste grease storage container for facility, garbage area not maintain due to grease disposal maggots growing inside. . Must obtain and maintain waste grease storage container for facility and clean area and maintain. Serious Violation 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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY HAS AN EXPIRED SANITATION CERTIFICATE. . INSTRUCTED THAT CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAIN. Serious Violation 7-38-012(a)

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspection 2098904 performed on 10-16-17. #32 OBSERVED RUSTED SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND ON THE SELLING FLOOR WHERE FOOD IS STORED; MUST PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTED SHELVES. #33 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MEAT SAW, GRINDER AND CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA. #34 CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER UNDER SHELVES AND EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA. #35 OBSERVED THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM TO THE LEFT OF THE DOOR ENTERING THE ROOM IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR WALL. OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED, DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA AND IN THE BUTCHER AREA; REPLACE CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED IN THESE AREAS. CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. #38 FOUND THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BUTCHER AREA DISCONNECTED AND WATER DRAINING INTO A METAL CAN; EMPLOYEE ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR BY PUTTING THE PIPES BACK ON BUT THE SINK WAS STILL LEAKING; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY REPAIR SINK. ALSO OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE PIPE UNDER THE FIRST COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMP SINK AND UNDER THE UTILITY SINK; MUST REPAIR BOTH LEAKS. Serious Violation 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors in Walk in meat cutting area cooler not smooth and easily cleanable and porous. Must repair for smooth, easily cleanable non porous.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Three compartment sink slow draining when filled. Must repair and maintain.

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: Three compartment sink slow draining when filled. Must repair and maintain.

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.