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

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3176 9400 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60620 Grocery Store
September 19, 2018 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1404
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #47
MINOR
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114(A) FOUND THE REAR STORAGE AREAS WITH CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER, REMOVING ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS. 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114(A) FOUND THE REAR STORAGE AREAS WITH CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER, REMOVING ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS. 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.

Health Department Information

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