PASS
Risk 1 (High)
JEWEL FOOD STORE #3181 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 31, 2017
Complaint
License #1368
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUSTY FAN GUARD INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER IN MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND ICE BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND WALL INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER, BLACK DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN BAKERY DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP IN DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, ICE BUILD UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/DEFROST AND CLEAN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST AND FOOD PARTICLES ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SNACK SHELVING UNIT, PET SUPPLY SHELVING UNIT, UNDER APPLE & WATERMELON DISPLAY CARTS, AND UNDER GRAIN SHELVING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE FOR DETAIL FLOOR CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING COVING UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND MEAT SLICER LOCATED AT FRONT MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES WITH HOLES LOCATED AT 2ND FLOOR HALLWAY BY WOMEN'S RESTROOM ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE BAKERY DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/INSTALL LIGHT SHIELD.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM HOT WATER HANDLE AT AN EXPOSED SINK IN BAKERY DEPARTMENT, MINOR WATER LEAKING FROM HOT WATER PIPING IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SLOW WATER DRAINING AT WASHBOWLS INSIDE 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SLOW WATER DRAINING AT WASHBOWLS INSIDE 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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