PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
DIVISION FOOD & GROCERY MART Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 27, 2023
License Re-Inspection
License #2924383
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
6
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS AND AT BASE OF EASTSIDE ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11: OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19: OBSERVED BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN CASHIER ENCLOSURE, IN RETAIL AND REAR STORAGE AND SODA STORED ON PALLETS IN RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY AND TO PREVENT AREAS FOR PEST HARBORAGE. OBSERVED UNSEALED WOODEN PLANK ON WALL IN PREP AREA AND UNSEALED WOODEN LOWER SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL WOOD FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED RUST ON EXTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN REAR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT EXTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER. OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL LIDS USED AS SHELF LINER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL LID, NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES SHALL BE SMOOTH FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11: OBSERVED FOAM USED TO REPAIR DOOR OF COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOAM AND REPAIR SO THAT DOOR OF COLD HOLDING UNIT CLOSES PROPERLY.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF TWO DOOR NON WORKING COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON EXTERIOR OF NON WORKING SLIDING ONE DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN REAR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY, IN AREAS SUCH AS CASHIER ENCLOSURE, REAR STORAGE, IN FRONT OF UTILITY SINK AND IN FRONT OF REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN AREAS SUCH AS WASHROOM, BREAKROOM AND RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON CEILING VENT IN CASHIER ENCLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING VENT COVER. OBSERVED RUST ON EXTERIOR BASE OF 8 DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN RETAIL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST FROM EXTERIOR OF 8 DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN RETAIL.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON WINDOWSILLS IN RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ON INTERIOR BASE OF 8 DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON WINDOWSILLS IN RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ON INTERIOR BASE OF 8 DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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