PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
JEWEL FOOD STORE #3376 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 5, 2017
Recent Inspection
License #1909968
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on July 5, 2017. The inspection type was "Recent Inspection" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION ON FLOORS OF WALK IN FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMUALTION ON WALLS AND FIXTURES OF BASEMENT WALK IN FREEZERS. DEFROST ALL ICE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED METAL RACKS IN POULTRY WALK IN COOLER ON MAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE RUST. ALL RUST MUST BE REMEOVED FROM METAL RACKS AND METAL RACKS MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED PANINI PRESSES ON MAIN FLOOR IN HOT HOLDING AREA WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP. PANINI PRESSES MUST BE DEGREASED AND CLEANED IN DETAIL AND MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN HOT FOOD AREA ACCROSS FROM PIZZA AND HOT HOLDING VERY UNCLEAN UDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS TO BE PULLED AWAR FROM WALLS AND ALL GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS AND GARBAGE MUST BE REMOVED. FLOORS MUST BE MAINTAINED. OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS IN FRONT OF HOT HOLDING UNIT AND IN FRONT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN HOT FOOD AREA. CLEAN IN DETAIL FLOOR DRAINS AND REMOVING ALL FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FLOORS OF BOTH WALK IN FREEZERS IN BASEMENT WITH HEAVY FROZEN DIRTY ICE. ALL FROZEN ICE MUST MUST BE REMOVED AND FLOORS MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAINED.
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 WALLS OF POULTRY WALK IN COOLER ON MAIN FLOOR UNCLEAN WITH CHICKEN JUICE. CLEAN ADN SANITIZE ALL WALLS OF POULTRY WLAK IN COOLER.
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 LIGHT SHEILD IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT BROKEN AND CRACKED. REPLACE LIGHT SHEILD AND MAINTAIN.
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 1/2 WASHBOWL SINKS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMNT NOT WORKING . REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES
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 1/2 WASHBOWL SINKS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMNT NOT WORKING . REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES
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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