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CERMAK PRODUCE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK PRODUCE 4401 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
March 18, 2016 Canvass License #1574003
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE BOX FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR (OUT SIDE BUTCHER SHOP), INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/OR REPLACE.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT BAKERY DISPLAY CASE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE COOKING ROOM.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED THE CEILING/WALLS IN THE MEAT PACKAGING ROOM NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THIS ROOM ,AND MILK COOLER. OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND MISSING TILES THRU-OUT, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.ALSO REPAIR CEILING IN DELI COOLER, PEELING PAINT.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED THE CEILING/WALLS IN THE MEAT PACKAGING ROOM NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THIS ROOM ,AND MILK COOLER. OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND MISSING TILES THRU-OUT, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.ALSO REPAIR CEILING IN DELI COOLER, PEELING PAINT.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

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