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CERMAK PRODUCE #5 LTD Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CERMAK PRODUCE #5 LTD (AKA: CERMAK PRODUCE) 3435 S ARCHER AVE, CHICAGO 60608 Grocery Store
October 23, 2012 Canvass License #1649774
6
Total Violations
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: THE KITCHEN KNIFE RACK CONTAINS A DIRTY KNIFE AND SHARPENING STEEL; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE KNIVES AND TOOLS PRIOR TO STORAGE.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE CHICKEN COOLER RACK SUPPORTS HOLD A QUANTITY OF LIQUID AND CANNOT SELF DRAIN, REPAIR OR REPLACE THESE SUPPORTS SO THEY ARE SANITARY AND DRAIN OFF LIQUIDS.
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: THE ICE MACHINE DOOR INTEROIR IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE ICE MACHINE INTERIOR.
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: THE CHICKEN COOLER FLOOR DRAIN AREA IS BUCKLING AND HOLDS WATER, REPAIR THE FLOOR SO IT IS SMOOTH AND SANITARY.
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: THE WALL BEHIND THE BALER AND THE SOUTH BUTCHER SERVICE AREA CEILING ARE DIRTY, CLEAN AND RESEAL SAID AREAS.
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: THE WALL BEHIND THE BALER AND THE SOUTH BUTCHER SERVICE AREA CEILING ARE DIRTY, CLEAN AND RESEAL SAID AREAS.
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
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections