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CERMAK PRODUCE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK PRODUCE 4401 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
September 8, 2017 Canvass License #1574003
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DARK DEEP GROOVES AND CUTS ON THE CUTTING BOARDS, IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DELI COUNTER PREP, SEAFOOD COUNTER PREP AND REAR MEAT COOLER PREP ROOM. OBSERVED 2 RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN DELI COOLER. INSTRUCTOR MANAGER TO RESURFACE AND OR REPLACE. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 DUST AND DEBRIS INSIDE ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED GROUTING IN POOR REPAIR, UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN COOK PREP AREA. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR, RESEAL AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEEL PAINT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALONG WALL JUNCTION AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, IN REAR COOK AREA AND AT LEFT WALL OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA, ACROSS FROM LOADING DOCK DOORS. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND OR RESEAL. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE MAIN OFFICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILDUP ON FAN COVERS: IN REAR MEAT COOLER AND PRODUCE COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES.
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 PEEL PAINT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALONG WALL JUNCTION AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, IN REAR COOK AREA AND AT LEFT WALL OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA, ACROSS FROM LOADING DOCK DOORS. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND OR RESEAL. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE MAIN OFFICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILDUP ON FAN COVERS: IN REAR MEAT COOLER AND PRODUCE COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES.
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
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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