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Gee Jay's Wine & Liquor Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

Gee Jay's Wine & Liquor 8550 S PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60652 Grocery Store
February 16, 2012 Canvass License #1354755
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED 50 MICE DROPPINGS IN 4 AREAS OF THE STORE/BAR AREAS, OPEN BAIT NOTED IN 3 AREAS BEHIND SAFE, AIR TANKS AND UNDER UTILITY SINK. NEED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL RETURN FOR SERVICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL EFFECTIVE AREAS. REMOVE ALL MICE DROPPINGS, OPEN BAIT MUST BE PLACED IN BAIT BOXES. SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES.
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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.RUSTY REAR COOLER WALK-IN AND PEELING PAINT NEED TO CLEAN REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT AND RESEAL.
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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. NEED TO CLEAN FLOOR ON FIRST FLOOR ,BASEMENT BAR AND REAR STORAGE AREAS UNDER ALL PALLETS.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.REPAIR WALLS KEG STORAGE AREA (HOLES), REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES STORE AREA, FILL HOLES AT UTILITY SINK AROUND THE PIPE.ALSO REPAIR WALL MENS ROOM.OBSERVED RUSTY LADIES ROOM STALL DOOR INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RESEAL.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.REPAIR WALLS KEG STORAGE AREA (HOLES), REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES STORE AREA, FILL HOLES AT UTILITY SINK AROUND THE PIPE.ALSO REPAIR WALL MENS ROOM.OBSERVED RUSTY LADIES ROOM STALL DOOR INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RESEAL.
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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