PASS Risk 2 (Medium)

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

AWAMI BAZAAR & ZABIHA MEAT 2340 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60659 Grocery Store
August 2, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection License #68226
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 2, 2017. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
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.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections