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JEWEL FOOD STORE #3477 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #3477 4734 N CUMBERLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60656 Grocery Store
July 22, 2013 Canvass License #1372
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE WORN OUT CAULKING AND RE CAULK BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIORS SURFACES OF ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, EXPOSED HAND SINK, INTERIOR SURFACES OF SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLER WITH PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MEAT/SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP, STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE DELI AND BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR SURFACES AT BOTTOM AREA OF ICE MACHINE (SEAFOOD SECTION), FOOD AND TRAY CARTS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN DELI AND IN BAKERY SECTION, WALK-IN COOLER RACKS, JUICE/DAIRY DISPLAY COOLER WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, STORAGE COUNTER, HOT HOLDING SHELVES WITH DRIED FOOD CRUMBS, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE MEAT PREP WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT AND 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF TRASH CAN, PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLER WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, INTERIOR SURFACES OF MOP SINK, EMPLOYEE HAND SINK IN BREAK ROOM, INTERIOR SURFACES OF EMPLOYEE REFRIGERATOR AND MICROWAVE WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DIRT BUILD-UP ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT MEAT PREP AREA, DELI, BAKERY, AND IN PRODUCE SECTION.----------NOTED HEAVY STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE AND STANDING WATER COMING FROM PROOF BOX NEXT TO MIXER IN BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WATER LEAK FROM FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DELI PREP AREA.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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