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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 18, 2020 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1404
9
Total Violations
9
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR CHICKEN HOT HOLDING UNIT.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #40
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: Violation Codes: 2-402.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FULL BEARD GUARDS FOR MALE EMPLOYEE IN BAKERY AREA.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAPS AT SLIDING DOORS ON DELI DISPLAY UNITS & CHICKEN HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT.LOOSE DOOR PANEL IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER.
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: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOT FOODS FRYER CABINETS , WHEEL BASES AND ROLLING CARTS.BAKERY , DELI & PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,MEAT PREP AREA - FAN GUARD COVERS.PHARMACY-HAND SINK BASIN.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTS IN BAKERY AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN LIGHT SHIELDS IN MEAT PREP AREA & DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.
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: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.
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: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR BEHIND FRYERS.
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: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DELI- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR.HOT FOOD PREP AREA- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR AND WALL TILES BEHIND OVEN.BAKERY- STAINED CEILING TILES.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-DAMAGED WALL PANEL.BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER-FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR.OBSERVED OVERHEAD PIPES ABOVE 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN LEAKING MUST WRAP OR COVER PIPES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DELI- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR.HOT FOOD PREP AREA- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR AND WALL TILES BEHIND OVEN.BAKERY- STAINED CEILING TILES.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-DAMAGED WALL PANEL.BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER-FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR.OBSERVED OVERHEAD PIPES ABOVE 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN LEAKING MUST WRAP OR COVER PIPES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
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