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FOOD 4 LESS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD 4 LESS 4821 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
November 4, 2013 Short Form Fire-Complaint License #1884255
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED ABOUT 15 RODENT DROPPINGS IN BULK STORAGE AISLES UNDER AND ALONG FOOD PRODUCT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS, AND SEAL ALL OPENING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LABELS FOR FOODS OFFER FOR SELL WITH THE SOURCE OF WHERE PRODUCT IS MADE, WITH THE PROPER ADDRESS
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR DOWN BULK GROCERY AISLES,
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR DOWN BULK GROCERY AISLES,
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.

Health Department Information

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