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CERMAK FRESH MARKET Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK FRESH MARKET 6623 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60645 Grocery Store
July 26, 2023 Canvass License #2358498
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THEREMOMETER WITHIN DELI COLD HOLD UNITS. MUST INSTALL EASY TO READ CONSPICUOUS THERMOMETERS WITHIN ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.
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.
Violation #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS AND OR HIGH TEMPERAURE THERMOMETER ON SITE SITE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN BAKERY AND IN MAIN COOKING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES MISSING AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN BAKERY. REPLACE FLOOR TILES IN ORDER TO PREVENT STANDING WATER.
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 FLOOR TILES MISSING AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN BAKERY. REPLACE FLOOR TILES IN ORDER TO PREVENT STANDING WATER.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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