JEWEL FOOD STORE #3181 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. PIC MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS PREPARED (DELI MEAT). PIC WITH CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-ALONG WALL BASES,UNDER DISPLAY SHELVES,ALONG WALL NEAR DELIVERY DOOR.DAIRY WALK IN COOLER-ON FLOOR NEAR SHELVING UNITS AND IN CORNER UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS.POP STORAGE AREA- ALONG WALL BASE LEDGE AND ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN PALLETS.OSCO STORAGE AREA-NEAR ELECTRICAL METER.REAR GROCERY AREA-ALONG WALL BASE LEDGE AND ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN PALLETS.ALSO,APPX. 12 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON BOXES,SHELVING UNITS AND FLYING AROUND REAR GROCERY AREA.APPX. 6 OR MORE LIVE LARGE FLIES NEAR SOUP KETTLES AND REAR GROCERY STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.PEST CONTROL OPERATORS ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DOUBLE OUTTER ENTRY DOORS NOT ABLE TO CLOSE. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

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: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN BAKERY WALK IN COOLER,MEAT WALK IN FREEZER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SHELVING UNIT IN DELI WALK IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP IN MEAT PREP AREA.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE AT THE PLATE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DELI WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.DELI PREP AREA-ROLLING CARTS,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLES,EXTERIOR OF OVENS.BAKERY WALK IN COOLER-ROLLING CARTS & CART DOLLIES.MEAT PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER-OVERHEAD SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS.PRODUCE PREP AREA-FAN GUARD COVERS.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAKERY/DELI AREA.

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: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN DELI/BAKERY DISH WASHING AND PREP AREAS,MEAT/FISH REAP PREP AREA.WALL IN POOR REPAIR IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER AND BEHIND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK

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: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON CEILING IN MEAT 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DUST FROM CEILINGS IN DELI 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,STORAGE AREAS WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR NEAR MOP SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND KEEP DRY.

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: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AN D AWAY FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND STORAGE AREAS.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN DELI AREA.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN DELI AREA.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.