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

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3470 3570 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
April 7, 2023 Canvass License #1382
13
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
9
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

13
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES STORED ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS AND CLEANING. MILK CRATES CAN NOT BE USED FOR STORAGE.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESCALE INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE IN THE BAKERY PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN LOOSE FAUCET ON HANDSINK UPSTAIRS IN EMPLOYEE BREAKROOM.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET SPRAYER ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING HEAVILY WHEN TURNED ON INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTABLES IN WOMEN'S CUSTOMER WASHROOM LOCATED ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR ON INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME LITTER UNDERNEATH AND AROUND GARBAGE COMPACTOR IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN FRONT OF DISH MACHINE IN BAKERY PREP AND BEHIND THE DELI PREP AREA BY THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 PEELING PAINT ON LIGHT FIXTURE ON CEILING IN DELI PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING AND EXHAUST WITH DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING WALL VENT COVER NEXT TO DOORS OF THE WALKIN DELI COOLER.
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 FLOOR DRAIN IN DELI PREP AREA WITH BUILDUP INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 RUST ON WALL IN MEAT PREP ROOM ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 UNNECCESSARY ITEMS STORED ON TOP OF PROOFER, IN BAKERY AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN 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 LIGHT SHIELDS IN SEAFOOD WALKIN COOLER WITH MOLDLIKE BUILDUP INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN CUSTOMER WOMEN'S WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR WITH BUILDUP AND A DEAD INSECT INSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 LIGHT SHIELDS IN SEAFOOD WALKIN COOLER WITH MOLDLIKE BUILDUP INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN CUSTOMER WOMEN'S WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR WITH BUILDUP AND A DEAD INSECT INSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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.

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