FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JEWEL FOOD STORE #3407 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 15, 2019
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1394
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED BACK PART OF MACHINE BOLTED SHUT AND UNABLE TO BE OPENED IN ORDER TO BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED PROPERLY. BOLTS WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION AND MACHINE WAS INSPECTED. OBSERVED INTERIOR OF JUICING MACHINE UNCLEAN WITH MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT PORTIONS OF JUICER AND ADHERE TO WRITTEN CLEANING AND SAINTIZING POLICY OF LARGE CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED HANDLES MISSING FROM SOUP BUFFET CONTAINERS. REPLACE KNOBS FOR CUSTOMERS TO OPEN AND CLOSE SOUP BUFFET.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREPARATION AREA UNCLEAN WITH STANDING WATER AND MOLD/MILDEW LIKE SUBSTANCE. MAINTAIN FLOOR IN A CLEAN DRY CONDITION..
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER IN DELI BUTCHER AREA WITH INADEQUATE LIGHTING. MUST INSTALL MORE LIGHTING IN WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER IN DELI BUTCHER AREA WITH INADEQUATE LIGHTING. MUST INSTALL MORE LIGHTING IN WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection