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JEWEL FOOD STORE # 3345 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE # 3345 (AKA: JEWEL) 1224 S WABASH AVE, CHICAGO 60605 Grocery Store
March 17, 2022 Short Form Complaint License #1142451
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED FAN GUARDS IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM AND FRUIT CUTTING ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST MAINTAIN.
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: NOTED ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN THE RECEIVING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: NOTED FLOORS THROUGH OUT BACK ROOMS, DAIRY COOLER AND MEAT ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND ANY BUILD UP. WALLS IN FRUIT CUTTING ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ANY SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: NOTED FLOORS THROUGH OUT BACK ROOMS, DAIRY COOLER AND MEAT ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND ANY BUILD UP. WALLS IN FRUIT CUTTING ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ANY SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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