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CIALES POULTRY MEATS & FISH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CIALES POULTRY MEATS & FISH (AKA: CIALES POULTRY) 2141 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Grocery Store
June 9, 2020 Complaint License #6876
18
Total Violations
8
Critical
3
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

18
Violation #3
CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #22
CRITICAL
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE DISPLAY PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED CHEESE AT 45.1F, AND SHELL EGGS AT 56.5F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 55# OF FOOD WORTH $280. PRIORITY 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR DISPLAY COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 58.5F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS EGGS AND CUT PIECES OF CHICKEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED ZIPLOCK BAGS OF QUAIL EGGS NOT LABELED. MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOODS.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY AND LIVE FLYING INSECTS INSIDE OF THE PREP AREAS, BASEMENT AND STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE 2ND FLOOR HVAC CLOSET, INSIDE OF THE LARGE BAKER'S OVENS ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND UNDERNEATH THE DISPLAY COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE PREMISES. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE HOUSE FLIES IN THE PREP AREA, CUSTOMER WAITING AREA AND BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY FROM ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE SIDE DOOR TO THE PARKING LOT NOT RODENT PROOFED. ALSO, THE FRONT OVERHEAD GARAGE DOOR TO THE WHOLESALE SECTION IS NOT RODENT PROOFED ALONG WITH THE SIDE DOOR FROM THE WHOLESALE AREA. ALSO, OBSERVED HOLES IN THE SCREEN DOORS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS AND REPAIR THE SCREEN DOORS TO PREVENT ENTRY OF INSECTS.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE BIRD CAGES THROUGHOUT, AND EQUIPMENT USED TO SLAUGHTER THE BIRDS IN THE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE AREAS.
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.
Violation #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. OBSERVED HOT WATER AT 90F AVAILABLE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS AND ABOVE 100F AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES WERE PROVIDED AT WATER LINES SUPPLYING THE ICE MACHINES OR WHERE HOSES ARE CONNECTED TO WATER OUTLETS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES TO ALL ICE MACHINES AND HOSE BIBBS.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING WATER FROM THE DRAIN LINE IN THE RETAIL MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOOT PEDAL CONTROLLING THE WATER FOR THE HAND WASHING SINK INSIDE OF THE WASHROOM INSIDE OF THE FRONT DOOR TO THE RETAIL AREA BROKEN. MUST REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE DRAIN LINE FOR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR WHOLESALE PREP AREA NOT CONNECTED TO A FLOOR DRAIN. ALSO, OBSERVED THE CONDENSER UNIT DRIPPING WATER FROM BOTH CONDENSERS IN THE WHOLESALE AREA.
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.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE WHOLESALE REAR PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THE WATER DRAINS PROPERLY. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNEVEN FLOORS IN THE RETAIL PREP AREA AND BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT THE FLOORS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE THROUGHOUT.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, 1ST FLOOR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL ANIMAL FECES, FEATHERS, BLOOD AND ANIMAL TISSUE. CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS AND STORAGE AREAS IN THE BASEMENT, 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS. REPAINT ALL MOLDY WALLS AND CEILINGS.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE REAR WHOLESALE PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NO WORKING VENTILATION WAS PROVIDED IN THE 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT WHERE CHICKENS, DUCKS AND TURKEYS ARE KEPT IN CAGES OR IN THE CAGED AREA IN THE BASEMENT,
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL LIGHTS IN THE WHOLESALE PREP AREA NOT WORKING. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL LIGHTS THAT ARE OUT.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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