BARI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE DISHWASHING AND THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA WITH DISHES INSIDE OF THE SINK BASIN AND DISHES STACKED IN FRONT OF THE SINK AND A HOSE ATTACHED TO THE SINK SO THAT IT COULD NOT BE USED FOR HAND WASHING. ALSO OBSERVED WAS THE BASEMENT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK WITH A DISCONNECTED DRAIN LINE AND DRAINING INTO A PLASTIC BUCKET. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. 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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS MUST BE SUPPLIED WITH PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED DATE MARKED TCS FOODS (CHICKEN PARMIGIANA, CHEESE LASAGNA, SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS, ITALIAN BEEF, SOUP, EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA, ETC.) STORED IN THE GRAB-AND-GO COOLERS BEYOND THE 7-DAY MAXIMUM USE-BY DATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL COLD TCS FOODS MUST BE USED OR DISCARDED WITHIN 7 DAYS USING THE PREP DATE AS DAY#1. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED NO ADDRESS OF THE MANUFACTURER OF FROZEN DESSERTS (TIRAMISU BY ISABELLA). MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL PACKAGED FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. OBSERVED 5 LIVE HOUSE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING, AND STEREO IN THE FOOD PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 25 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND THE DISHWASHING AREA CEILING AND ABOVE THE STAIRCASE TO THE BASEMENT. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE RUST AND A HOLE IN THE STAINLESS STEEL SHELF BELOW THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED WAS A BROKEN PLASTIC DOOR FOR THE HOT-HOLDING UNIT IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASH AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE PREP TABLE AND HOT HOLDING UNIT.

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 THE TOP OF THE PREP TABLES IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.

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 CEILING IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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 CEILING IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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.