AMEERA FOOD 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 APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; BEHIND THE REACH IN COOLER (NORTH WALL) WHERE THE PREPACKAGED ITEMS ARE, ADJACENT TO THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER; FLOOR CORNERS (NORTH WEST CORNER OF THE STORE)AROUND EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND MAINTAIN. SERIUOS VIOLATION 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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON-SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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 PRVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSP#1506531, DATED 6/4/2015. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #32; Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be repaired/replaced. #33; Walk in freezer had excess ice build up, needs to removed excess ice build up, and detailed cleaning of shelving. #35; Damaged/stained ceiling tiles by prep area, and sales floor above coolers, shall be replaced/repaired. Missing ceiling tile in employee bathroom shall be provided. PREMISES STILL NON COMPLIANT. 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED TAPE BEING USED ON THE FRONT OF THE BUTCHER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. TAPE IS PROHIBITED ON KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED CALCIUM ACCUMULATION ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INTERIOR PANEL HAS SOME BUILD UP (NOT EXCESSIVE). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE PREMISES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT OF STORE WITH UNKNOWN DEBRIS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SOILED LINENS IN THE BUTCHER ARE BEING STORED IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER WATER WHEN NOT IN USE AND MAINTAIN.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SOILED LINENS IN THE BUTCHER ARE BEING STORED IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER WATER WHEN NOT IN USE AND MAINTAIN.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.