DEVON MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS IS NOT PROVIDED AT THE HAND SINK IN THE BAKERY AREA USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES. PROVIDE A VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HAND SINK.

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.

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION - Comments: THE FACILITY DID NOT PROVIDE PARASITE DESTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION FOR UNDERCOOKED, READY-TO-EAT RAW FISH. THE FACILITY HAS TWO COMPANIES THAT SHIP COOKED AND RAW SUSHI ON SITE. INVOICES PROVIDED ON SITE. THE FACILITY MUST PROVIDE EVIDENCE THAT UNDERCOOKED, READY-TO-EAT FISH HAS BEEN PROPERLY FROZEN AT AN APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURE AND TIME TO ENSURE PARASITE DESTRUCTION. SUSHI ITEMS WERE TAKEN OFF THE SHELF AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION AND PLACED ON A DISCARDED SHELF FOR COMPANIES TO PICK UP AND PROVIDE PROPER DOCUMENTATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.

Previous critical violations must be corrected.

All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: PRE-PACKAGED FOODS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ARE NOT PROPERLY LABELED. ITEMS IN EACH AREA INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO; ---PRODUCE AREA: GUACAMOLE, SALSA, AND PRE-MADE JUICES. ---DELI AREA: PRE-PACKAGED CANDY SWEETS ---DISPLAY DESSERT AREA: VARIOUS DESSERT ITEMS AND PRE-PACKED SUSHI THAT IS DELIVERED FROM TWO DIFFERENT COMPANIES. (SUSHI HAS BEEN TAKEN OFF FOR DISPLAY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.) THE FACILITY MUST ENSURE ALL PRE-PACKAGED ITEMS HAVE LABELS WITH: 1) THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, 2) INGREDIENTS, 3) NET QUANTITIES, 4) THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE PACKAGER, 5) FOOD ALLERGENS, 6) NUTRITION LABELING, 7) SALMONID FISH ADDITIVES USED. ALL AFFECTED FOOD VOLUTERALY DISCARDED BY MANAGEMENT IN APPROXIMATE QUANTITY OF 20 Lbs VALUE $150 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EXTERIOR FRONT ENTRANCE IS DOOR OPEN-----SHIPMENT DOOR LOCATED NEAR BAKING AREA HAS APPROXIMATELY A 1INCH GAP LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR-----AND SHIPMENT DOOR NEAR MOP SINK WAS OPEN WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: CONTAINERS OF DRY SEASONINGS ARE LOCATED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BAKERY AREA-----AND-----BOXES OF FOOD ARE LOCATED IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER ON THE FLOOR. THE FACILITY MUST ENSURE ALL FOOD CONTAINERS ARE AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE IN MEAT AREA. THE FACILITY MUST STORE THE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN AND SANITIZED AREA AND/OR CONTAINER.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: UTENSILS STORED IN THE BAKERY AREA-----AND-----DELI KITCHEN AREA HAVE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED. THE FACILITY MUST INVERT UTENSILS.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: CLEAN POTS LOCATED ON FLOOR IN THE BAKERY OVEN AREA. FACILITY MUST ENSURE ALL CLEAN DISHWARE ARE AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CRATES ARE USED AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION AND STORAGE THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY. THE FACILITY MUST REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH SHELVING THAT IS EASY TO MONITOR DEBRIS UNDERNEATH AND PROVIDE CONTAINERS THAT ARE DURABLE, SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CARDBOARD USED AS LINING ON STORAGE SHELVING. FACILITY MUST REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH A SURFACE THAT IS SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, DURABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: DRAIN STOPPER MISSING AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN BAKERY AREA. THE FACILITY MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO ALLOW FOR PROPER WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZER SET UP.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS/ITEMS TO BE SOILED WITH DEBRIS; ALL WALK-IN COOLER FAN GUARDS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. ALL HOOD SYSTEMS IN AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BAKERY AND DELI KITCHEN AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK LOCATED AT PLUMBING FIXTURE UNDER HANDSINK IN RAW MEAT CUTTING ROOM. THE FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM DOES NOT HAVE A TIGHT-FITTING AND SELF-CLOSING DOOR. ALL TOILET ROOMS LOCATED WITHIN A FOOD ESTABLISHMENT MUST BE ENCLOSED WITH A TIGHT-FITTING AND SELF-CLOSING DOOR.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: RAW WOODEN STEP USED IN THE DELI AREA IS NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. THE FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CAULKING LOCATED AT ALL SINK FIXTURES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN EACH DEPARTMENT. THE FACILITY MUST ENSURE TO CAULK SINK IS ADJACENT TO THE WALLS AT ALL SINK FIXTURES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND MUST ENSURE ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL LOCATED IN RAW MEAT CUTTING ROOM. THE FACILITY MUST SEAL AND ENSURE ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH, EASY, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS WAS FOUND ON THE WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR NEAR THE BAKERY AREA. THE FACILITY MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOOD DEBRIS WAS FOUND ON THE WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR NEAR THE BAKERY AREA. THE FACILITY MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.

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.