CERMAK FRESH MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN THE KITCHEN DISH ROOM WHERE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISH MACHINE ARE LOCATED. PRIORITY VIOLATION.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NOTED NO HOT WATER AT THE FOLLOWING HANDWASHING SINKS: AT THE CUSTOMER WOMAN'S WASHROOM 75.9F. CUSTOMER MEN'S WASHROOM 73.2F. PRODUCE PREP 76.2F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM OF 100F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW ANIMAL ORIGIN EGGS THAT WERE VISIBLY CRACKED AND LEAKING OUT FROM THE STORAGE CARTON BEING STORED DIRECTLY ABOVE PEELED AND PREPARED ONIONS AND VARIOUS PEPPERS AND ASSORTED VEGETABLES INSIDE THE KITCHEN PREP WALK-IN COOLER. ALL VEGETABLES WERE DISCARDED AND EGGS REMOVED. REVIEWED PROPER FOOD PROTECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST NOT STORE IN-USE KNIVES BETWEEN THE CUTTING BOARD AND PREP TABLE. MUST PROVIDE A PROPER KNIFE HOLDER.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT STORE SOILED FLOOR MATTING ON SHELVING WITH CLEAN PANS IN THE BAKERY.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE RAW WOODEN BLOCKS AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR PREP TABLES IN THE RAW CHICKEN PREP/CUTTING ROOM. MUST BE NON-POROUS AND CLEANABLE.

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 NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.----RAW WOODEN SHELVING UNDER THE MICROWAVE OVENS IN THE BAKERY PREP. MUST PAINT/SEAL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED THE TABLETOP CAN OPENER AND A WHEELED, METAL FOOD CART IN THE KITCHEN WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: LEAK AT THE NOZZLE ON THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.

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: MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE KITCHEN PREP. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE BAKERY PREP. MUST REPLACE ALL.----CRACKED AND DAMAGED CAULKING AT THE CUSTOMER MEN'S WASHROOM WASHBOWL. BLACKENED AND MOLDY CAULKING AT THE BAKERY HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE BOTH.----EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR SURROUNDING THE BAKERY STAND MIXER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE KITCHEN PREP. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE BAKERY PREP. MUST REPLACE ALL.----CRACKED AND DAMAGED CAULKING AT THE CUSTOMER MEN'S WASHROOM WASHBOWL. BLACKENED AND MOLDY CAULKING AT THE BAKERY HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE BOTH.----EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR SURROUNDING THE BAKERY STAND MIXER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.