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Food 4 Less #570 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

Food 4 Less #570 (AKA: Food 4 Less) 112 W 87TH ST, CHICAGO 60620 Grocery Store
April 7, 2014 Canvass License #1928152
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
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 FRONT AND REAR ENTRY DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM CENTER,SIDES OF DOORS APPROX 1/4 INCH.MUST REPAIR BOTH DOORS TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.SERIOUS VIOLATION 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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: TOWEL DISPENSER IN MEAT PREP ROOM IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.ALSO REPAIR STORAGE CABINET IN BAKERY IN POOR REPAIR,FALL OF HINDGES WHEN DOOR IS OPENED.MUST REPAIR.
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: OBSERVED THE EXTRIOR/INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER AT CHECK OUT ISLE NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.ALSO 3-COMP SINK IN PRODUCE PREP.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: LOWER WALL ATDOORWAY OF WALK IN COOLER PRODUCE PREP IN DAMAGE/POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIE.ALSO WALLS IN MOP ROOM NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/MAINTAIN.ALSO ALL VENTILATION FANS AND CEILINGS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS,MEAT ,PRODUCE,DELI NOT CLEAN OF DUST BUILT UP.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: LOWER WALL ATDOORWAY OF WALK IN COOLER PRODUCE PREP IN DAMAGE/POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIE.ALSO WALLS IN MOP ROOM NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/MAINTAIN.ALSO ALL VENTILATION FANS AND CEILINGS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS,MEAT ,PRODUCE,DELI NOT CLEAN OF DUST BUILT UP.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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.

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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