JEWEL FOOD STORE #3176 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-205.11(A) FOUND THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MEAT FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. SINK HAD A BUCKET AND TAGS STORED INSIDE AND ON TOP. ALSO, THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CHEF'S KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA WAS BLOCKED BY FILTER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL SINKS ACCESSIBLE AND STOCKED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 FOUND OVER 80 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALL BASE AND BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA NEXT TO THE PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN/SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A)

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501-11(A) FOUND ICE BUILD UP IN THE PREP FREEZER IN THE CHEF'S KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN A CLEAN SURFACE.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 FOUND RUST ON THE ROLLING CART IN THE CHEF'S KITCHEN PREP AREA AND IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT'S PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B) FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS WITH GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) FOUND THE PREP TABLES, STORAGE CABINETS AND THE STORAGE RACKS IN ALL OF THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREAS WITH FOOD, DIRT/DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15(B) FOUND A LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE CHEF'S KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAK 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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.111 FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER CONTAINER IN POOR REPAIR LEAKING FROM THE LOWER SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

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: 6-501.12 FOUND THE WALLS, CEILING AND FLOORS WITH FOOD/GREASE AND DIRT/DUST BUILD UP IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS, CEILING AND FLOORS.

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: 6-501.11 FOUND THE CEILING TILES MISSING AND/OR WITH WATER DAMAGED IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREP, STORAGE AND SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND REPLACE CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.

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: 6-501.11 FOUND THE CEILING TILES MISSING AND/OR WITH WATER DAMAGED IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREP, STORAGE AND SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND REPLACE CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.