PASS Risk 1 (High)

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3470 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3470 3570 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
December 14, 2020 Complaint License #1382
5
Total Violations
5
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 14, 2020. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass 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 #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MISSING INTERNAL THERMOMETER INSIDE THE JUICING PREP AREA TWO DOOR COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: TORN/MISSING RUBBER DOOR GASKETS ON THE SWINGING DOORS OF THE DELI WALK-IN COOLER.----BROKEN/MISSING WINDOW ON THE SWINGING DOORS OF THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER AND REPLACED WITH CARDBOARD. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR/REPLACE ALL.
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: MUST NOT USE PAPER AS LINER FOR THE METAL FOOD CART IN THE BAKERY/DELI AREA. ALL SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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: DAMAGED WALL TILES ABOVE BASEBOARD COVING IN THE MEAT SECTION AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE REAR MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MUST REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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: DAMAGED WALL TILES ABOVE BASEBOARD COVING IN THE MEAT SECTION AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE REAR MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MUST REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections