CIRCLE K 1271 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. WASTE WATER IS BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN, UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,WHEN WASTE WATER IS RELEASED FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.FLOOR DRAIN CLOGGED. MANAGER VOLUNTARY REMOVED OPENED FOOD:DONUTS, COOKED HOT DOG,AND FRESH COFFEE DUE TO UNABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.CEASED OPERATION.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FAX A LETTER TO PUBLIC HEALTH WHEN VIOLATION IS CORRECTED.(FAX # 312 746-4240).TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO SELL ONLY PRE-PACKAGED FOOD.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO70702

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. GARBAGE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED THE MIDDLE GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A MISSING GARBAGE LID,GARBAGE EXPOSED.THE FIRST GARBAGE CONTAINER HAS A GAP OF 2 INCHES BETWEEN MIDDLE OF LIDS.GROUND NOT CLEANED UNDER AND BEHIND GARBAGE CONTAINERS(GARBAGE DEBRIS,PAPER EMPTY BOTTLE AND ETC)MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTED LIDS FOR CONTAINERS, TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO70702

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS FROM 9-3-10,REPORT # 285045.INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT WAS HANGED WITH LICENSES IN CLIPBOARD, STORED IN OFFICE.PERSONALLY DISPLAYED SUMMARY REPORT.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-010(B) HOOOO70703-10

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE.ADDITIONAL THRESHOLD IS NEEDED FOR THE FRONT DOOR.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR OF CABINETS,UNUSED COOLER,AND CABINETS UNDER THE POP DISPENSER.DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE NOZZLES FROM POP DISPENSER,MINERAL BUILD-UP(WHITE AND PINK).DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK(PAINT BUILD-UP AND OTHER DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN 2 COMPARTMENT SINKS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR OF CABINETS,UNUSED COOLER,AND CABINETS UNDER THE POP DISPENSER.DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE NOZZLES FROM POP DISPENSER,MINERAL BUILD-UP(WHITE AND PINK).DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK(PAINT BUILD-UP AND OTHER DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN 2 COMPARTMENT SINKS.

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.