ARZAN MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND FOOD SERVICE AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN ALL AREAS WHERE FOOD IS PREPARED, SERVED OR WHERE DISHES ARE WASHED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOODS BEING SOLD ON THE RETAIL SHELVES AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS FROM AN UNAPPROVED SOURCE. OBSERVED PACKAGED SNACKS, YOGURT DRINKS AND BREAD WITH NO LABEL INFORMATION OR INCOMPLETE LABEL INFORMATION ON THEM AND NO INVOICES PROVIDED STATING WHERE THE FOOD IS PRODUCED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SOLD IN THE ESTABLISHMENT MUST BE FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE AND PROPERLY LABELED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED INCOMPLETE LABEL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON PREPACKAGED FOODS (SNACKS, BREAD, DRINKS, RAW MEAT) STORED ON THE RETAIL SHELVES AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PREPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES OF RICE AND MEAT STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW MEAT AND CUT RAW VEGETABLES STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN ALL 3 BASINS OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE FREEZERS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL FOOD PREP TABLES AND STAND MIXER, AND WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE DRIED ANIMAL BLOOD ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE DRIED ANIMAL BLOOD ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.