FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
J K & S FOOD & LIQUOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 7, 2010
Complaint
License #1000978
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
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. FOUND THE FRONT DOOR EAST SIDE WITH A 2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND THE WEST FRONT DOOR HAS A ONE FORTH INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. FOUND 50- 60 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT NORTH AND WEST WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND INSECT AND RODENT PROOF THEM. CLEAN UP THE DROPPINGS AND CALL YOUR LICENSE PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE THE ESTABLISHMSNT.SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020. HOOOO62402 16 COURT DATE 08/19/10 ROOM 112 10:00AM 400 W. SUPERIOR CHICAGO, IL
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN THE STORE SHELVES AND SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN THE STORE SHELVES AND SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection