FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JEWEL FOOD STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 17, 2017
Complaint
License #2320247
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE REAR BAKERY HAND SINK NEXT TO THE 3-COMP SINK WITH NO HOT WATER (51F DEGREES). MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 85F DEGREES AND COLD WATER AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HAND SINK TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 85F DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO USE THE HAND SINK ACROSS THE WAY IN THE SAME ABOVE STATED AREA.FACILITY GIVEN 2 BUSINESS DAYS TO REPAIR ABOVE STATED HAND SINK.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: FOUND A PAPER CUP WITHOUT A HANDLE BEING USED AS A SCOOPER. MUST PROVIDE A SCOOPER WITH A HANDLE AT THE REAR DELI PREP AREA CHICKEN SEASON MIX CONTAINER.
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS AT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS TO REMOVE GRIME AND FOOD DEBRI BUILD-UP.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOUND NO LIGHT SHIELDS AT THE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE DELI CASE. MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT LIGHT FIXTURES INSIDE THE ENTIRE DELI CASE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE UNDER THE HAND SINK IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE CAKE DISPLAY CASES. MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET BASE OF THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE REAR MEAT PREP COLD ROOM. MUST PROVIDE A 3RD SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMP SINK AT THE JUICE BAR AREA.FOUND ONLY 2 AT THIS TIME. MUST REPAIR SPRAYER AT THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE MEAT CUTTING COLD ROOM. FOUND SPRAYER HANDLE DIFFICULT TO PUSH.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE UNDER THE HAND SINK IN THE BAKERY PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE CAKE DISPLAY CASES. MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET BASE OF THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE REAR MEAT PREP COLD ROOM. MUST PROVIDE A 3RD SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMP SINK AT THE JUICE BAR AREA.FOUND ONLY 2 AT THIS TIME. MUST REPAIR SPRAYER AT THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE MEAT CUTTING COLD ROOM. FOUND SPRAYER HANDLE DIFFICULT TO PUSH.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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