FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
ALDI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
February 5, 2024
Complaint
License #1959623
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED EXTREMELY DIRTY MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE WOMENS AND UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS SUCH AS CHEESE AND GRAPES ON THE GROUNDS SURROUNDING THE OUTSIDE WASTE CONTAINER AND CONTAINER NOTED WITH NO TIGHT FITTING LID. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRIS FROM SURROUNDING GROUNDS AND MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING LIB FOR OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS SUCH AS CHEESE AND GRAPES ON THE GROUNDS SURROUNDING THE OUTSIDE WASTE CONTAINER AND CONTAINER NOTED WITH NO TIGHT FITTING LID. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRIS FROM SURROUNDING GROUNDS AND MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING LIB FOR OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection