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

COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: FOUND CHORIZO AND BACON (HANGING ON RACKS IN MEAT DEPARTMENT PREP AREA) ON SITE WITHOUT APPROVED PROCESS. MUST OBTAIN CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH APPROVAL OR A PRODUCT ASSESSMENT MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE PAST FIVE YEARS AND PERSON IN CHARGE HAS RECORDS VERIFYING THE PH LAB FROM A CERTIFIED LAB, AND THERE HAS BEEN NO CHANGE IN PROCESS. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY REMOVED AND DENATURED ALL HANGING CHORIZO AND BACON FROM PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED (SEE #32 FOR VIOLATION ISSUED). APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 95 LBS, $215. - COS

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS - Comments: NO LAB TESTING/RESULTS FOR CHORIZO AND BACON NOT UNDER REFRIGERATION AND OFFERED FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OR HAVE UNDER REFRIGERATION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. - COS

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: FOUND NO THERMOMETER AT HOT HOLDING UNIT IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND SPICES AND DRY FOOD IN BULK CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABEL WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, MAINTAIN.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND RUSTY SHELVING IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE, 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND HOT WATER HANDLE OF RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR. FOUND COLD WATER HANDLE OF LEFT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL OF THE ABOVE AND MAINTAIN.

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: FOUND DEBRIS ACCUMULATED ON WALL BEHIND PREP TABLE IN DELI AREA, ON CEILING OF JUICE PREP AREA, AND ON FLOOR UNDER HOT BAR IN FRONT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL OF THE ABOVE 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: FOUND ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA OF FRONT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN FOR EASE OF CLEANING.

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: FOUND MISSING FLOOR TILE AT HOT BAR IN FRONT KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND MISSING BASE BOARD IN 1ST FLOOR UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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: FOUND MISSING FLOOR TILE AT HOT BAR IN FRONT KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND MISSING BASE BOARD IN 1ST FLOOR UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.