PASS W/ CONDITIONS Risk 1 (High)

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3470 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3470 3570 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
May 17, 2013 Canvass License #1382
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 17, 2013. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 5 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #4
MAJOR
SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE DISPLAY REACH IN COOLER. SUCH AS TUNA SALAD AT 47.5F, HAM SALAD AT 47.6F, CHICKEN SALAD AT 47.6F, SEAFOOD SALAD AT 47.7F,CHICKEN SALAD WITH NUTS AND RAISINS AT 51.1F,SALSA(CHOPPED TOMATOES AT 47.5F. NO TIME TEMPERATURE LOG KEPT. DISPLAY COOLER TEMPERATURE AT 38.9F. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCTS WORTH $256.67, TOTAL 44 LBS. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.
Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.
Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST DEFROST THE HAAGEN DAZS AND PIEROGI CASE WITH HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE BAKERY DEPARTMENT AND DRY THE FLOOR.(NOTED WATER ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA). MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE MOP SINK ROOM. MUST PROVIDE. SPILLED MILK ON THE FLOOR IN THE DAIRY WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VENT COVER INSIDE CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEES WASHROOM WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT PREP AREA DEPARTMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING. HOOD AND LIGHT SHIELD ON THE HOOD IN THE DELI DEPARTMENT PREP AREA,WITH GREASE BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE ON TOP OF THE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN THE BAKERY DEPT. SEAL THE HOLE IN BETWEEN THE WASHBOWL SINK IN THE EMPLOYEES MENS WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VENT COVER INSIDE CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEES WASHROOM WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT PREP AREA DEPARTMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING. HOOD AND LIGHT SHIELD ON THE HOOD IN THE DELI DEPARTMENT PREP AREA,WITH GREASE BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE ON TOP OF THE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN THE BAKERY DEPT. SEAL THE HOLE IN BETWEEN THE WASHBOWL SINK IN THE EMPLOYEES MENS WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections