FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CERMAK PRODUCE NO.4 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 5, 2024
Complaint
License #69608
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES. 15 POUNDS OF PORK RIBS AT 100.2F, 5 POUNDS OF PORK AT 100.1F, 10 POUNDS OF CHICKEN AT 110.5F, 10 POUNDS OF MEATLOAF AT 117.9F, AND 10 POUNDS OF CHICKEN AT 111.5F. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. DISPOSED OF 50 POUNDS OF TCS FOOD. VALUED AT 300 DOLLARS.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: FOUND HOT-HOLDING UNIT NOT OPERATIONAL. HOT-HOLDING UNIT AT 123F. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. TAGGED HOT-HOLDING UNIT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: FOUND HOT-HOLDING UNIT NOT OPERATIONAL. HOT-HOLDING UNIT AT 123F. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. TAGGED HOT-HOLDING UNIT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection