CLARK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store/gas station

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS (DELI MEAT SANDWICHES, ITALIAN BEEF, NACHO CHEESE, CORN). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.PIC PROVIDED AT THIS TIME.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP AREA OR HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. PLEASE SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION INFORMATION.PIC PROVIDED AT THIS TIME.

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMAELY 20 SMALL AND LARGE LIVE BLACK FLIES FLYRING THROUGHOUT PREP, CASHIER AREA, STORAGE AND WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE, MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). 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.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST REMVOE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED REFUSE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF CLUTTER, BOXES, CRATES, MISCELLANEUS ITEMS ALL THROUGHOUT GROUND AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE IN ORDER TO PREVENT HIDING SPACES FOR PEST AND MAINTAIN REFUSE AREA.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS WALK IN COOLER, REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS AND REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS INCLUDING GROCERY AREA.

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

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.