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JEWEL FOOD STORE #3442 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3442 4042 W FOSTER AVE, CHICAGO 60630 Grocery Store
September 13, 2021 Complaint License #1406
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP ON EXTERIOR SIDES OF LIGHT FIXTURES IN MEAT WALK-IN-COOLER AND 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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SHELVES IN THE MILK/DAIRY WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE HANGING DRIED UP MILK DEBRIS 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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AROUND THE COLD HANDLE AT FAR LEFT HANDWASHING SINK IN 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE WOMEN WASH ROOM.INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ABOVE MEAT DISPLAY UNIT IN MEAT DEPT AND IN 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ABOVE MEAT DISPLAY UNIT IN MEAT DEPT AND IN 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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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