PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
CIRCLE K #6736 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
November 25, 2024
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License #2013754
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER..
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAGS AND BUCKET STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND OBSERVED BOXES OF DRINKS STORED ON FLOOR IN HALLWAY AND IN WALKIN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER, RETAIL AND REAR DISHWASHING AREA TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING TILE ABOVE UTILITY SINK AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR WALKWAY BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UTILITY SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE UTILITY SINK AND INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA IN WALKWAY BETWEEN UTILITY SINK AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING TILE ABOVE UTILITY SINK AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR WALKWAY BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UTILITY SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE UTILITY SINK AND INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA IN WALKWAY BETWEEN UTILITY SINK AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection