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DEVON MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

DEVON MARKET 1440 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60660 Grocery Store
April 3, 2012 Short Form Complaint License #1042888
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE FOOD GRADE QUALITY LINER FOR DOUGH STORAGE., DO NOT USE PAPER BAGS
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN FISH DEPARTMENT, MINERAL BUILD UP. ALSO NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE NOZZLES AND PIPES OF PRODUCE MISTER SYSTEM (SLIMEY SUBSTANCE BUILD-UP). MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL CASHIER STANDS, REMOVE LITTER AND DEBRIS.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES(STORAGE AREA,UNDER THE SHELVES IN SELLING AREA, AND FISH DEPARTMENT, MEAT DEPARTMENT ETC). REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLAGE, LITTER, DEBRIS ETC. RESEAL BASEBOARD SIDE OF ICE MACHINE AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FISH DEPARTMENT. KEEP FLOOR DRY AT SAME AREA MENTIONED. STANDING WATER AROUND WATER HEATER MUST BE REMOVED, KEEP AREA DRY.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALL BYB THE 4 BURNER STOVE(NORTH SIDE).CLEAN WALL INSIDE THE FISH WALK-IN COOLER(FOOD STAINES). ACCUMULATED DUST ON EXHAUST FAN COVERS IN BAKERY PREP, WASHROOMS AND ON VENT COVERS ABOVE MEAT DEPT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS IN ALL AREAS. NEED TO PROVIDE A AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN FOR DISCHARGE DRAIN WATER PIPE ATTACHED AT ICE MACHINE. ALSO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTER AT SAME UNIT. REPAIR LEAKING WATER PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN DELI DEPARTMENT.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE A STEM THERMOMETER FOR THE KITCHEN TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE. INSTALL THERMOMETER NEAR DOOR OF DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER AND RED SALSA/SALAD DISPLAY COOLER.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE A STEM THERMOMETER FOR THE KITCHEN TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE. INSTALL THERMOMETER NEAR DOOR OF DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER AND RED SALSA/SALAD DISPLAY COOLER.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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