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JEWEL FOOD STORE #4043 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JEWEL FOOD STORE #4043 443 E 34TH ST, CHICAGO 60616 Grocery Store
May 7, 2021 Complaint License #1144384
9
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 OBSERVED NO LABELS CONTAINING INGREDIENTS AND BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS FOR PREPACKAGED FRUIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS WITH A ONE INCH GAP IN BETWEEN THE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE OF GARBAGE CANS IN THE RAW MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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: 5-205.15 OBSERVED 2 OUT OF 3 HAND WASHING SINKS NOT PROPERLY WORKING IN THE EMPLOYEE'S MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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: 5-501.17 OBSERVED A COVERED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED WALL IN POOR REPAIR IN THE FAR LEFT TOILET STALL LOCATED IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. OBSERVED BROKEN AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY 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: 6-501.114 OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER.
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: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS LOCATED UNDER AND BEHIND SHELVING IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER THE FRYERS IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA AND IN THE MEAT CUTTING WALK IN COOLER. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER.
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: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS LOCATED UNDER AND BEHIND SHELVING IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER THE FRYERS IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA AND IN THE MEAT CUTTING WALK IN COOLER. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER.
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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