JEWEL FOOD STORE #2502 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED A HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED NEAR THE COMISSARY PREP AREA TO HAVE A SENSOR THAT SOMETIMES DOES NOT FULLY ENGAGE OR PROVIDE CONSISTENT WATER PRESSURE FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE FLOW OF WATER.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM TO BE LEAKING HEAVILY WHEN HOT WATER HANDLE IS TURNED ON TO USE. REPAIR LEAK. OBSERVED THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ON LEFT SIDE FAUCET IN THE MEAT PREP ROOM TO BE LEAKING AND SPRAYING WATER WHEN WATER (HOT OR COLD) ARE TURNED ON AND USED. FIX LEAK AT BACKFLOW DEVICE/UPPER PIPE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING SINK IN DELI MEAT AREA, FIRST HAND SINK AT ENTRANCE OF DELI. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL IN GOOD REPAIR.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER MISSING ONE (1) OF THREE (3) LIDS ON ONE OF THE THREE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL TRASH CONTAINERS WITH A TIGHT FITTING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND RECEIVING AREAS, INCLUDING PRODUCE/ONION AND POTATOES STORAGE TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, LOOSE PAPER, PLASTIC, AND LOOSE VEGETABLES THROUGHOUT THE STORAGE FLOOR AND BELOW SHELVES. OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF LOOSE FOOD SUCH AS FROZEN SHRIMP, DAMAGED BOXES, AND TORN BAGS IN THE WALK IN FREEZER NEAR THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND FLOORS AND CORNERS AND ENSURE FREE OF EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND TRASH BUILD UP.

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 FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND RECEIVING AREAS, INCLUDING PRODUCE/ONION AND POTATOES STORAGE TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, LOOSE PAPER, PLASTIC, AND LOOSE VEGETABLES THROUGHOUT THE STORAGE FLOOR AND BELOW SHELVES. OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF LOOSE FOOD SUCH AS FROZEN SHRIMP, DAMAGED BOXES, AND TORN BAGS IN THE WALK IN FREEZER NEAR THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND FLOORS AND CORNERS AND ENSURE FREE OF EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND TRASH BUILD UP.

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.