FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DEVON MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
April 20, 2015
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1042888
11
Total Violations
1
Critical
6
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
11
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED AT BAKERY AREA AND DELI DEPARTMENT SINK,BOTH SINKS WATER BACKS-UP INTO COMPARTMENT SINKS.FAUCET AT BOTH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.INSTRUCTED TO USE OTHER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,AT PREP AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO STOPPERS AT MEAT AND SEAFOOD PREP AREAS 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE STOPPERS (X6) FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OILY,GREASY DIRTY CARDBOARD BOARDS USED FOR SHELF LINERS IN THE KITCHEN,DELI,MEAT DEPARTMENT AND INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER BY THE PRESS CARDBOARD MACHINE,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.POROUS SURFACE ON SHELVES IN PRODUCE AND KITCHEN AREA,NEED TO REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL WRAPPED AROUND PIPE ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN MEAT PREP/SELLING AREA,NORTH WALL,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND KEEP PIPES CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON CONDENSER FAN COVERS INSIDE MEAT COOLER AND ON REAR OF CONDENSER AT PRODUCE/FRUIT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAN COVERS/CONDENSERS.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: GREASE DANGLING UNDER THE WOOD PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN.ICE MACHINE WITH SOME MINERAL BUILD-UP, THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS IN THE KITCHEN AND DELI WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOOD,AND OTHER DEBRIS UNDER SHELVES IN KITCHEN,MEAT, DELI DEPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER SHELVES IN SELLING AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT AND FOOD STAINS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES IN FISH DEPARTMENT,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE PEELING PAINT
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN CEILING ABOVE REAR PREP AREA ADJACENT TO WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR CEILING
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ONE STOPPER PROVIDED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STOPPERS
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: STORAGE AREA AT STAFF DINING AREA NOT MAINTAINED ,MUST REMOVE ITEMS NOT NEEDED AND ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR WHAT IS NEEDED,KEEP FLOOR CLEAN
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: STORAGE AREA AT STAFF DINING AREA NOT MAINTAINED ,MUST REMOVE ITEMS NOT NEEDED AND ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR WHAT IS NEEDED,KEEP FLOOR CLEAN
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
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Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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