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EL RODEO, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

EL RODEO, INC. 4300 S MOZART ST, CHICAGO 60632 Grocery Store
July 19, 2024 Canvass License #2496027
6
Total Violations
1
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO COLD HOLD UNIT IN COOKING ROOM WITH DEEP DARK MARKS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPLACE OR REPLACE.
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SHELVING.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GRIME ON TOILETS AND SINKS IN RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED NEAR THE BASEMENT ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE THE AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR. OBSERVED ITEMS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO KEEP ALL FOOD ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST SIX INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED NEAR THE BASEMENT ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE THE AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR. OBSERVED ITEMS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO KEEP ALL FOOD ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST SIX INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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.

Health Department Information

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