AWAMI BAZAAR & ZABIHA MEAT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FOLLOWING SINKS:- 3 COMPARTMENT SINK 76.3F, HAND WASH SINK 76.5F AND BATHROOM HAND WASH SINK 76.1F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR REPAIRS OF SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030

Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.

Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.

Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY OR CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (CUTTING AND SLICING BEEF). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. 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: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1506730 DATED 10/06/2015 NOT CORRECTED:-#32) Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be repaired/replaced., exposed raw wood by front counter, shall be repaired/sealed. Prep table lower shelving, had rust, shall be repaired/replaced. #33) Cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), display counter shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Display cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). #34) Floors in walk in cooler, walk in freezer not clean, need detailed cleaning, floors in rear storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). #35) Walls that has holes, gaps, missing cove molding by prep area, and rear storage area, shall be repaired/sealed, damaged/missing ceiling tiles by walk in cooler, and rear storage areas, shall be replaced/repaired.#41) Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage. 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 IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SHELVES LINED WITH CARDBOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELVES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.....NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKETS AT THE DOORS (BOTTOM) OF MEAT DISPLAY COOLER AND MILK REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE...NOTED MILK CRATES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER USED FOR ELEVATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR ELEVATION.

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: NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE DISPLAY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN... MUST ALSO CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNIT INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE DISPLAY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN... MUST ALSO CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNIT INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN 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.