CARNICERIA JIMENEZ #2 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS 30LBS. COOKED BEEF 49.8F DATED 9/26/19,15LBS. COOKED PORK 45.3F DATED 9/25/19,25LBS.COOKED RIB TIPS 44.6F-45.1F DATED 9/24/19.9LBS. COOKED STEAK 45.8F DATED 9/24/19.2LBS. SHREEDED LETTUCE 57.2F.3LBS. SLICED TOMATOES 45.1F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.84LBS. $699.(COS) (PRIORITY 7-38-005)

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO 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.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON MICROWAVE TABLE AND MICROWAVE IN STAFF BREAK ROOM,ON PIECES OF WOOD ON LOWER SHELF,ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN UNUSED 2ND FL. PREP AREA,NEAR STAIRS LEADING TO STORAGE ROOMS ON 2ND FL. ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS AND IN BETWEEN CLUTTER IN SEVERAL STORAGE ROOMS ON 2ND FL.ALSO.APPX. 75 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND FLYING AROUND,MOP BUCKET ON 2ND FL.BREAK ROOM,PRODUCE PREP AREA,WOMEN'S CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/27/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR AND ALONG TOP OF BOTH ENTRY AND EXIT DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN DELI,MEAT PREP,CARNITA PREP AREA.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE FOIL WRAPPED AROUND STOVE IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA NEAR MEAT DEPT.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR PANEL ON DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.

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: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM TAQUERIA-FRYER CABINET.PRODUCE PREP AREA-WRAPPING STATION,PREP TABLES.HOT FOOD PREP AREA-FRYER CABINET,WEIGHT SCALE.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS,SHELVING UNIT,COMPRESSOR UNIT.DAIRY WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUARD COVERS.CARNITA PREP AREA-PREP TABLE.PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR UNIT.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY 3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN IN DELI/MEAT DEPT.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CANS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS.MUST REPLACE BUCKETS USED FOR GARBAGE CANS IN TOILET ROOMS AND PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR,DELI/MEAT PREP AREAS.DAMAGED WALL IN DAIRY 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: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ALL WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS.

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: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER,2ND FL. STORAGE AREAS.

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: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM 2ND FL. UNUSED PREP AREA,2ND FL. STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.

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: FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR IN DELI/MEAT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS.

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: FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR IN DELI/MEAT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS.

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.