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CERMAK FRESH MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK FRESH MARKET 4000 W DIVERSEY AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
November 7, 2017 Short Form Complaint License #2451427
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP BAKERY AREA WITH NO VISIBLE LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LABELS FOR ALL BULK 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: OBSERVED BROKEN OR MISSING LID ON 4 BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP BAKERY AND PREP COOK STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL BULK CONTAINERS, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN OR MISSING LID ON 4 BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP BAKERY AND PREP COOK STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL BULK CONTAINERS, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.

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