PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
CARNICERIA LA MEJOR PRODUCE, INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 2, 2024
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License #1800292
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE FROM 9:40-10:15AM WHILE STORE WAS OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: OBSERVED CAKE SLICES SOLD "TO GO" PREPARED OFFSITE IN A PRIVATE HOME. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 1LBS OF CAKE VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $30. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CEASE PURCHASING FROM PRIVATE PARTIES AND ONLY PURCHASE FROM APPROVED SOURCES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: OBSERVED CAKE SLICES SOLD "TO GO" PREPARED OFFSITE IN A PRIVATE HOME. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 1LBS OF CAKE VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $30. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CEASE PURCHASING FROM PRIVATE PARTIES AND ONLY PURCHASE FROM APPROVED SOURCES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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