CITGO FUEL & MINI MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AT B0TTOM. THERE IS A LARGE GAP WHERE DOOR SWEEP SHOULD MEET THRESHOLE. DOOR MUST BE TIGHT FITTING AT BOTTOM TO AVOID POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY. MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR. TEN MOUSE DROPPINGS OBSERVED ON FLOOR IN STORAGE ROOM AND IN CORNER OF STORE LEADING TO STORAGE ROOM, MUST REMOVE.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

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. REAR OUTSIDE AREA BEHIND BUILDING CLUTTERED WITH CRATES, WEEDS AND OTHER ITEMS, MUST REMOVE AS THIS AIDES IN RODENT HARBORAGE. AREA MUST BE MAINTAINED, REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS. DUMPSTER NOT LOCATED IN THIS AREA.

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.

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. ALL FOOD STORAGE SHELVES AND NON-GROCERY ITEM SHELVES NEED DETAIL CLEANING. INCLUDE ALL WIND0W SEALS AND STORAGE CABINETS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. SOME AREAS OF FLOOR IN FRONT HAVE MISSING FLOOR TILE. OBSERVED BY FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND ONE TILE IN FRONT OF PACKAGED MEAT COOLER. MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING TILE. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN STORE, UNDER SHELVES AND INCLUDE REAR STORAGE ROOM.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. UTILITY SINK LOCATED INSIDE SERVICE GARAGE HAS NO RUNNING WATER; MUST PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT UTILITY SINK. THE GREASE RECEPTOR ATTACHED TO THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE SERVICE GARAGE HAS NO LID ON IT; MUST PROVIDE A LID.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. UTILITY SINK LOCATED INSIDE SERVICE GARAGE HAS NO RUNNING WATER; MUST PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT UTILITY SINK. THE GREASE RECEPTOR ATTACHED TO THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE SERVICE GARAGE HAS NO LID ON IT; MUST PROVIDE A LID.

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.