CARNIVAL GROCERY STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND FRONT DOORS AND REAR DOUBLE DOORS WITH AN APPROXIMATE 1/4 INCH GAP ALONG BOTTOM EDGE OF THE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT AND INSECT PROOF DOORS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOUND COOKIES PACKED FOR TAKE OUT NEAR THE REGISTERS WITH NO LABELS. INFORMED THAT ALL TAKE OUT FOOD MUST BE LABELED WITH THE COMPANY NAME, ADDRESS, INGREDIENTS, AND ANY ALLERGENS.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: FOUND POTS AND PANS STORED IN SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA THAT WERE NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE INVERTED DURING STORAGE.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON SHELVING UNIT WHERE WATER WAS STORED. INSTRUCTED THAT CARDBOARD CAN NOT BE USED AS SHELVING OR ON SHELVING UNITS. REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS OR OTHER SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT ALL EXPOSED HANDSINKS. OBSERVED DAMAGED COOLER GASKETS IN SECOND FLOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. FOUND DAMAGED AND WORN AIR CURTAINS IN REAR RECEIVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED DIRT BUILD-UP ON THE MICROWAVE IN THE UNUSED PREP AREA IN THE REAR OF THE STORE. MANAGER STATED THAT EMPLOYEES ARE STILL USING THE MICROWAVE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND MULTIPLE ITEMS ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN BEER COOLER AND IN THE RECEIVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD-UP ON THE CEILING VENTILATION UNITS IN THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. STAINED CEILING TILES AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE STORE. MUST REPLACE.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE WALK IN FREEZER IN THE UNUSED PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKING HEAVY ON THE PIPE UNDER THE MOP SINK, LEAKING ON THE FAUCET IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM, AND LEAKING ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DELI DEPT. FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAKS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKING HEAVY ON THE PIPE UNDER THE MOP SINK, LEAKING ON THE FAUCET IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM, AND LEAKING ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DELI DEPT. FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAKS.

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.