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FRESH FARMS INTERNATIONAL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FRESH FARMS INTERNATIONAL 2626 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60659 Grocery Store
February 28, 2014 Canvass License #30144
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL CONTAINERS HOLDING CUT FRUIT AT THE JUICE BAR AREA AT ALL TIMES. FOUND CONTAINERS HOLDING CUT PAPAYA, CUT ASSORTMENT OF FRUIT NOT PROPERLY LABELED.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LOOSE GASKET AT THE 1DR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR AT THE JUICE BAR AREA.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WASH ROOM FLOOR. ALSO MUST DO SAME AS ABOVE AT THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE BROKEN LIGHT BULBS AND OTHER DEBRI.
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 DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WASH ROOM FLOOR. ALSO MUST DO SAME AS ABOVE AT THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE BROKEN LIGHT BULBS AND OTHER DEBRI.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections