PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CERMAK PRODUCE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 18, 2022
Suspected Food Poisoning Re-inspection
License #1770942
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF PINK AND BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE(ICE NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED NO SPLASHGUARD IN-BETWEEN HANDWASHING SINK AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN ALL AREAS OF FACILITY NOT PROPERLY STORED IN SANITIZER SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO IMPLEMENT SANITATION BUCKETS AND STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN ALL AREAS OF FACILITY NOT PROPERLY STORED IN SANITIZER SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO IMPLEMENT SANITATION BUCKETS AND STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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