JEWEL FOOD STORE #3224 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED REAR DOUBLE DOOR NEAR TRASH COMPACTOR WITH AN APPROXIMATE 1/4 INCH GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM EDGE WHERE THE TWO DOORS MEET WHEN CLOSED. OBSERVED APPROXIMATE 1 INCH HOLES ON REAR EXTERIOR WALL WHERE PIPING ENTERS BUILDING NEAR REAR TRASH COMPACTOR. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL OUTER OPENINGS, INCLUDING ALL FRONT ENTRANCE AND EXIT DOORS, MUST BE TIGHT FITTING SO AS TO BE PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED MULTI USE UTENSILS IN REAR STORAGE AND BAKING PANS THAT WERE NOT INVERTED. ADVISED THAT ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED INVERTED TO PREVENT DIRT ACCUMULATION. SOILED CARDBOARD LINERS ON BAKERY STORAGE RACKS MUST BE REMOVED. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED HOT PLATE USED FOR WRAPPING PREPPED, READY TO EAT PRODUCE PACKAGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS IN DELI DEPARTMENT REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AND RUST LIKE BUILDUP ON TRANSPORT CARTS, SHELVING UNITS IN BAKERY COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLER NEAR COMPACTOR. ADVISED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON BAKERY DEPARTMENT HOBART MIXER AROUND (ON AND OFF) BUTTONS AND MIXING ARM. INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE THAT SURFACES ARE IN GOOD REPAIR AND SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED EXHAUST HOOD ABOVE ROTISSERIE OVEN IN DELI DEPARTMENT WITH DIRT AND GREASE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED COOLER LINERS IN MEAT DEPARTMENT WITH DIRT BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED SURFACES UNDER SINKS IN OSCO FRONT STORAGE AREA AND UNDER PHARMACY HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ALONG WIRE STORAGE RACKS AND LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PRODUCE PREP TABLES AND 2 AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON WIRE RACK ABOVE BAKERY DEPARTMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ADVISED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. ADVISED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST ACCUMULATION IN ALL DISPLAY COOLER VENTS LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE OF FLOOR BETWEEN DELI AND BAKERY DEPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP IN CORNERS OF COOLERS AND STORAGE AREAS. ADVISED TO CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY, CORNER TO CORNER AND WALL TO WALL, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY. ADVISED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON VENTILATION FANS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN OSCO FRONT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLES IN WALL IN REAR OSCO STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON WALL BEHIND HANDSINK IN DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHTS IN BAKERY WALK IN COOLER NEAR FRONT OF STORE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON PHARMACY BATHROOM DOOR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED UTILITY SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA WITH NO BACKFLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LEAKS AT HANDSINK DRAIN PIPE IN MEN'S RESTROOM NEAR FRONT ENTRANCE AND AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA 2 COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED ATTACHED STOPPER IN DELI DEPARTMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ADVISED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: FOUND NO INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN ANY COOLERS ON PREMISES. ADVISED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: FOUND NO INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN ANY COOLERS ON PREMISES. ADVISED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS.

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.