PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
DELI & MORE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 24, 2023
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License #2341717
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 6 GALLON EACH(48oz)OF ALMOND MILK(PARISHABLE KEEP REFRIGERATORE).8 EACH CARTON OF 1/2 GALLON OF ORGANIC MILK AT TEMP OF 46.4F TO 47.2F; 6 DOZEN OF FRESH EGGS AT TEMP OF 46.7F TO 47.3F; 9 EACH(8oz) OF NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT AT TEMP OF 45.3F;BEEF HOT DOG AT TEMP OF 46.4F; 2 PACKAGE OF SMOKED TURKEY AT TEMP OF 46.8F;SLICE TOMATOES STORED INSIDE PREP COOLER AT TEMP OF46.4F TO 53.1F.ALL FOOD MENTIONED WAS DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE EMPLOYEE ON DUTY.POUND 20, VALUE 400. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: FOUND DISPLAY SELF-SERVING COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE FROM AIR TEMP OF 46.6F TO 47.9F.TCS FOOD WAS STORED INSIDE THE COOLER UNIT: MILK, FRESH EGGS, CHEESE, ETC. TAGGED UNIT" HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: HANDWASHING SINK SLOWLY DRAINING.REPAIR ISSUE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: COVER IS REQUIRED FOR RECEPTACLE INSIDE GENDER WASHROOM,
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: COVER IS REQUIRED FOR RECEPTACLE INSIDE GENDER WASHROOM,
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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