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FOOD 4 LESS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD 4 LESS 4821 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
January 28, 2013 Complaint License #1884255
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE STAINED/PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN DELI SECTION, AND REPLACE BROKEN GASKET TO WALK-IN COOLER IN SAME SECTION, AND MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIDS FOR BAKERY ITEMS
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: MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN DELI SECTION, INTERIOR OF FRYERS, TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, IN SAME AREA, MILK CASE SHELVES NEEDS CLEANING, AND IN BAKERY SECTION, EXTERIOR COOLERS, AND FOOD CARTS, ALL NEEDS DETAIL CLEAN,
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: FLOORS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS AREAS NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, DELI SECTION, REAR STORAGE AREA, AND IN BAKERY SECTION, ETC., MUST REPAIR FLOOR BRUSHES REAR STORAGE AREA BY OVERHEAD DOOR, AND MUST REMOVE ALL STOCK AWAY FROM WALL 6 INCHES, AND REPAINT WHITE LINE
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: MUST CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN DELI AREA
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDED ON LIGHT IN DELI AREA, LIGHT SWITCH BROKEN AT WALK-IN COOLERS REAR STORAGE AREA AND BAKERY AREA, AND LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDS CLEANING IN BAKERY AREA
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST STORE PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET IN DELI SECTION AND REPAIR SINK IN CUSTOMERS BATHROOM, SINKS COMING OFF WALL
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET IN DELI SECTION AND REPAIR SINK IN CUSTOMERS BATHROOM, SINKS COMING OFF WALL
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.

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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