FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JEWEL FOOD STORE #3344 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 23, 2020
Complaint
License #1192905
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY. OBSERVED ABOUT 25 SMALL FLIES AND ABOUT 4 LARGE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLYING AROUND IN THE BAKERY FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECT ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LOOSE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MEAT PREP AREA AND A LOOSE FAUCET IN THE MEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. ALSO ONE OF TWO HAND WASHING SINK WATER IS NOT STAYING ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LOOSE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MEAT PREP AREA AND A LOOSE FAUCET IN THE MEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. ALSO ONE OF TWO HAND WASHING SINK WATER IS NOT STAYING ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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