JET STAR FOOD MART Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFIED AS REQUIRED.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS GROUND BEEF AND CHEESE SAUCE FOR CHIPS AND ITALIAN BEEF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE FRONT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTINIG AT THE BOTTOM OR SIDES. ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING ON THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DOORS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ESPECIALLY INSIDE DOOR 3,4,AND 5.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA NOT FINISHED. MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. ALSO NOTED GAPS IN THE REAR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND FLOOR. MUST SEAL.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA NOT FINISHED. MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. ALSO NOTED GAPS IN THE REAR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND FLOOR. MUST SEAL.

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.