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CERMAK FRESH MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK FRESH MARKET 4000 W DIVERSEY AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
October 13, 2022 Complaint License #2451427
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND A CUTTING BOARD WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK COMING FROM THE FAUCETS ON THE BAKERY HANDWASHING SINK AND THE BAKERY 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OLD MEAT DEBRIS SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE THE MEAT DEPARTMENT (BEEF/PORK) WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK DIRT ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE BAKERY WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST CLEAN SAID AREAS 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OLD MEAT DEBRIS SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE THE MEAT DEPARTMENT (BEEF/PORK) WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK DIRT ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE BAKERY WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST CLEAN SAID AREAS 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections