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FRESH MARKET PLACE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FRESH MARKET PLACE 2134 N WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Grocery Store
March 14, 2016 Canvass License #2308920
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #1
CRITICAL
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: NOTED NO TAGS ON SHELL FISH (OYSTER) AT THE SEA FOOD DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE TAGS ON ALL SHELLFISH UNTIL THE LAST BATCHED IS CONSUMED AND THEN THE TAG IS STORED ON FILE FOR AN ADDITIONAL 90 DAYS ON A FILE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 2 LBS WORTH $15.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(B)
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED HAND WASH SINKS AT THE PREP AREAS (KITCHEN, MEAT PREP AREA) IN POOR REPAIRS WITH COLD RUNNING WATER TURNED ON FROM THE BOTTOM FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FAUCETS AT THE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER WORKING AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE AFFECTED AND 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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: NOTED STANDING WATER AT THE REAR PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER AND AT THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY.
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: NOTED STANDING WATER AT THE REAR PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER AND AT THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY.
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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