PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
GROCERY BASKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 9, 2018
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1677513
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE ALL MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING IN SALES AND STORAGE AREAS. REPLACE ALL WORN AND DEEP GROOVED CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT PREP AREA. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. REMOVE ICE BUILDUP ON FLOOR INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS,COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN MEAT PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS, MEAT WALK-IN COOLER, PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER, AND WEST SALES AREA. SEAL OPENING IN FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLER. CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN MEAT WALK-IN COOLER, PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER, MEAT, PREP AND UNUSED PREP AREAS, SALES, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. REMOVE WATER OFF FLOOR IN EAST BASEMENT.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR WALLS IN EAST BASEMENT(WATER SEEPAGE). CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN SALES AREA(DUST BUILDUP).
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, AND STORAGE AREAS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, AND STORAGE AREAS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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