CERMAK FRESH MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: FOUND FROZEN PACKAGED SAUSAGE TO APPEAR UNWHOLESOME. OBSERVED ICE CRYSTALIZATION INSIDE PACKAGED SAUSAGE IN FREEZER CASE ON SALES FLOOR. INSTRUCTED ALL FROZEN TCS FOODS MUST BE WHOLESOME AND INTACT. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED ALL DENATURED MEATS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. FOUND PIZZAS RANGING IN TEMPERATURES 101.4F-121.1F UNDER HEAT LAMP AT HOT FOOD COUNTER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOODS MUST BE HELD @ 135F OR HIGHER AT ALL TIMES WHILE IN HOLD HOLDING. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED PIZZAS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED 2 SLIDING DOORS OF DISPLAY CASE IN DISREPAIR (COVERED IN DUCT TAPE) IN MEAT DEPARTMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET IN DISREPAIR AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM. (PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND FAUCET AND SEVERAL LEAKS). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME. OBSERVED HOT WATER HANDLE MISSING FROM FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (HOT WATER AVAILABLE) IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MEN'S CUSTOMER RESTROOM "OUT OF ORDER" IN REAR OF FACILITY DUE TO PLUMBING ISSUES. WATER CONTINUOUSLY RUNS/ SENSOR DAMAGED ON WASHBOWL SINK. INSTRUCTED MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR OF WALK IN HEAVILY SOILED IN BAKERY DEPARTMENT. OBSERVED LIQUID ON FLOORS OF FISH WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THESE AREAS. MUST KEEP FLOORS CLEAN AND DRY.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON FAN COVERS IN CEILING OF CHICKEN PREP ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHTS IN DISREPAIR IN FISH PREP ROOM (LIGHTS FLASHING). MUST REPAIR TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUSLY ISSUE CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2371074, DATED 5/26/20. MUST CORRECT THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS: #47 OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS A SURFACE ON SEVERAL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED ALUMINUM FOIL NOT PERMITTED FOR USE AS A SURFACE COVERING. MUST REMOVE TO MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #55 OBSERVED WATER POOLING IN LARGE CRACKS IN FLOOR OF REAR GROCERY DRY STORAGE ROOM (NEAR GARBAGE COMPACTOR AREA). MUST REPAIR AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUSLY ISSUE CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2371074, DATED 5/26/20. MUST CORRECT THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS: #47 OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS A SURFACE ON SEVERAL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED ALUMINUM FOIL NOT PERMITTED FOR USE AS A SURFACE COVERING. MUST REMOVE TO MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #55 OBSERVED WATER POOLING IN LARGE CRACKS IN FLOOR OF REAR GROCERY DRY STORAGE ROOM (NEAR GARBAGE COMPACTOR AREA). MUST REPAIR AND MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.