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FOOD 4 LESS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD 4 LESS 4821 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
September 3, 2014 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1884255
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER & LEGS OF PREP TABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MILK REACH IN COOLER,BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER,WALK IN FREEZER FROZEN FOOD.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM BAKERY -MICROWAVE,PROOFING BOX,BREAD TRAYS,CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES,OVEN VENTS.MEAT DEPT-WRAPPING AND PACKAGING MACHINE.DAIRY WALK IN COOLER-CARTS,LINERS,SHELVING UNITS.DELI-PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS,SHELVING UNITS.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS IN ALL DEPTS AND WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,BREAKROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER,DELI IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILING TILES IN ALL DEPTS,BREAKROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN BAKERY AREA,MEAT DEPT AND WALK IN COOLER,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS AT BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN FREEZER FROZEN FOODS.MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOOD IN DELI.MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN ALL DEPTS.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALL IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAKERY-DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER LIGHT & SHIELD,MEAT DEPT-LIGHT & SHIELD,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER LIGHT,DELI-LIGHTS AT HOOD,MISSING SHIELDS IN HOT HOLDING UNIT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAKERY-MISSING MIDDLE STOPPER HANDLE AT 3- COMP SINK.MEAT DEPT-TAPE FROM HOSE,MEN'S TOILET ROOM HANDLE MISSING ON URINAL.MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAKERY-MISSING MIDDLE STOPPER HANDLE AT 3- COMP SINK.MEAT DEPT-TAPE FROM HOSE,MEN'S TOILET ROOM HANDLE MISSING ON URINAL.MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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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