J & C FOOD MARKET INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOUND TORTILLA MIX BEING STORED INSIDE A WHITE PLASTIC SHOPPING BAG. ALL FOODS NOT FOUND IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN FOOD GRADE BAGS AT ALL TIMES.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE OFF PREMISES ALL 5 EXCESSIVELY LARGE POTS AND PANS USED TO MAKE CARNITAS. ABOVE ITEMS DO NOT FIT INTO EITHER OF BOTH 3-COMP SINKS ON PREMISES. FOUND 5 EXTRA-LARGE POTS AND PANS ON PREMISES WHICH DO NOT FIT INTO 3-COMP SINK IN ORDER TO BE PROPERLY WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED. OR PROVIDE A LARGER 3-COMP SINK IN WHICH ABOVE ITEMS CAN BE SUBMERGED INTO THE 3-COMP SINK COMPARTMENTS PROPERLY.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURES AT THE FRONT REACH-IN BEER COOLER AND AT THE MILK AND CHEESE3DR REACH-IN COOLER.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET BASE AT THE REAR 3-COMP SINK.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET BASE AT THE REAR 3-COMP SINK.

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.