PASS Risk 1 (High)

FOOD 4 LESS MIDWEST # 567 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD 4 LESS MIDWEST # 567 (AKA: FOOD 4 LESS) 4821 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Grocery Store
December 15, 2020 Complaint License #1884255
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 15, 2020. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF GARAGE DOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIR TO MAKE TIGHTFITTING TO PREVENT ANY PEST ENTRY.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WASHBOWL SINK # 3 (ON RIGHT) HAS LEAK AT FAUCT WHEN TURNED ON IN MEN'S RESTROOM. OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING FROM FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DELI. OBSERVED LEAK AT FAUCET ON RIGHT SIDE OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GAP BETWEEN SINK AND WALL IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR. MUST SECURE SINK (GROUT, ETC.) TO WALL. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED OR MISSING FLOOR TILES IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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 GAP BETWEEN SINK AND WALL IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR. MUST SECURE SINK (GROUT, ETC.) TO WALL. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED OR MISSING FLOOR TILES IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections