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JEWEL FOOD STORE #3030 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3030 7530 S STONY ISLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60649 Grocery Store
September 25, 2025 Complaint License #1000572
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #41
MAJOR
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: GREEN SCRUB SPONGE OR PAD WHEN WORN DISCARD MORE FREQUENTLY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #47
CORRECTED MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: ALL SURFACES IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AT ALL AREAS. INSTRUCTED TOO DEEP CLEAN AFTER PLUMBING ISSUE IS CORRECTED 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.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: LEAKS IN VARIOUS SINKS IN DELI AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED SEWAGE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAINS IN PRODUCE BACK ROOM, RECEIVING BACK ROOM AND STANDING WASTEWATER IN ALL DRAINS IN DELI AND BAKERY AREA. PLUMBER ARRIVED AT LOCATION TO CORRECT INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE CLUTTER IN NEEDOF ORGANIZING AND OR REMOVING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE CLUTTER IN NEEDOF ORGANIZING AND OR REMOVING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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.

Health Department Information

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