CERMAK PRODUCE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK FOR THE BREAD OVEN LOCATED NEAR THE STORE ENTRANCE/CHECK OUT LINES - OBSERVED CASHIER PULLING OUT FRESH BAKED BREAD FROM OVEN AND PLACING BREAD INTO PAPER BAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE LOCATED TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES IN ALL FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE A PREP AREA FOR OVEN AND INSTALL A HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID AREA, OR RELOCATE OVEN TO AN EXISTING PREP AREA WITH A HANDWASH SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND THE CARNITAS TONGS STORED INSIDE THE HOT-HOLDING CASE WITH THE HANDLE OF THE TONGS IN THE MEAT. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TONGS AND ALL UTENSILS ON A CLEAN SURFACE OR WITH HANDLES OUT OF FOOD.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED THE DOOR ON THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN FREEZER IN DISREPAIR - DOOR IS DAMAGED AT BOTTOM AND DOES NOT COMPLETELY SEAL. MUST REPAIR DOOR 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE ALL ICE BUILD UP FROM INSIDE THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN FREEZER, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE MEAT DEPARTMENT (NEAR DELI MEATS) HANDWASHING SINK LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET. 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR FLOOR TILES 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR FLOOR TILES 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.