JOE'S FOOD & LIQUOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS,APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BENEATH CANDY AND SPICE SHELVINGS AT GROCERY CUSTOMER ISLES.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SLICING DELI MEATS,COOKING PORK,ETC.)AT THIS TIME. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING HANDLED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: 30 ALSO MUST PROPERLY DATE AND LABEL ALL FOODS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING, AND ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS AT ALL TIMES. FOUND PREPARED AND COOKED FOODS INSIDE LARGE COOKING POTS, PANS AND ALUMINUM TRAYS NOT DATED OR LABELED.MUST PROVIDE. 01/18/2017 32 MUST REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES BEING USED AS LINERS INSIDE THE 4-DR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR AND THROUGHOUT ENTIRE GROCERY STORE. MUST ALWAYS USE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES I.E. VYNIL, PLASTIC OR STAINLESS STEEL LINERS. 01/18/2017 33 MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT EXCESSIVELY RUSTED GREASE TRAP LID AT THE MEAT DELI AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.FOUND ABOVE IN POOR REPAIR 01/18/2017 35 MUST RECAULK WALL WHERE IT MEETS WITH THE RESTROOM HAND SINK LOCATED IN THE MEAT DELI AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST SEAL SMALL OPENINGS AND HOLES LOCATED AT WALL AND CEILING CORNERS IN THE MOST REAR AREA ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND NEXT TO THE COOKING AREA TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 01/18/2017 38 MUST REPAIR SMALL LEAK AT PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK LOCATED IN THE MOST REAR PREP AREA. 01/18/2017. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1966714 DATED:10/18/2016 BY 8/21/2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS 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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVERS ABOVE THE DELI/MEAT DEPT AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS 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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT SHIELDS MISSING ON LIGHT BULBS AT THE REAR DELI/MEAT DEPT PREP AREA AND AT THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHT BULBS AND PROVIDE A BRIGHTER LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM AT DELI/MEAT DEPT AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM AT DELI/MEAT DEPT AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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.