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J & J FRUIT MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

J & J FRUIT MARKET 2732 W CERMAK RD, CHICAGO 60608 Grocery Store
September 24, 2021 Canvass License #2631760
9
Total Violations
1
Major
8
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND A BLACK SUBSTANCE BUILDING UP INSIDE THE UTILITY SINK AND SINK NEEDING TO BE SEALED AGAINST THE WALL IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOIL BEING USED AS A LINING IN REAR MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL FOIL, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING ANY CROSS CONTAMINATION OF FOODS. IN THE MEAN TIME BE SURE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE EVERY TWO HOURS OR AS OFTEN AS NEEDED.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT FREEZER UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED THE SIDES OF COOKING UNITS AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER WITH RUSTING SHELVES AND FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON FLOORS. ALSO BUILD UP OF DUST ON FAN UNITS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECTS.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED NON WORKING COOLER UNIT IN REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED THAT ITEM MUST BE REMOVED IF NOT USING OR PLAN TO USE AS IT COULD BE A PLACE FOR PEST AND INSECT HARBORING. ALSO REMOVE MILK CRATES IN FRONT OF THE MEAT AND CHEESE COUNTER AREA IN THE REAR OF STORE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR TO MAKE SPACE EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE UNDER HOOD VENTILATION UNIT, ON FILTERS AND ON OUTSIDE HOOD UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE UNDER HOOD VENTILATION UNIT, ON FILTERS AND ON OUTSIDE HOOD UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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