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

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED SPRAY BOTTLE AND TOWEL IN HANDWASHING SINK IN BAKERY AND PLASTIC BAG IN HANDWASHING SINK IN DELI. INSTRUCTED HANDWASHING SINKS ARE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY AND SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE. SPRAY BOTTLE, TOWEL AND PLASTIC BAG REMOVED FROM INTERIOR OF HANDWASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN EQUIPMENT THERMOMETER IN CUPCAKE DISPLAY COOLER. MUST REPLACE.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS ON BOTH SIDES OF LARGE FRONT ENTRANCE ROLLING DOOR. OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF FRONT EXIT DOOR ON WESTSIDE OF BUILDING ON NORTHSIDE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLIES IN CHEMICAL AREA AND NEAR UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS ON GROUND NEXT TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. MUST CLEAN.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS IN BAKERY PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH ALL SHELVING UNITS AND COLD HOLDING UNITS IN ALL AISLES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDERNEATH ALL SHELVING UNITS AND ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS IN ALL AISLES. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH DISPLAY UNITS IN AND NEAR PRODUCE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH TABLES IN BAKERY AND DELI AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING IN MEAT PREP ROOM AND IN MEAT COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSOR IN LARGEST WALKIN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

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.