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JOONG BOO MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

JOONG BOO MARKET 3333 N KIMBALL AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
April 3, 2013 Complaint License #28024
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL PREP FOOD AND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AND PREP AREA.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST DEFROST THE DUMPLING AND NOODLE CASE WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED. MUST REPAINT THE CABINETS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND RUSTY BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE RUST ON THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. MUST RE CAULK THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT AND FISH DEPARTMENT. CAULKING WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE.
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: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL CHOPPING BOARDS, ALL DISPLAY SHELVES, DISPLAY TABLES,INTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER,AND COOLER IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
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: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL/SANITIZE THE FLOOR DRAIN THRU-OUT THE PREP AREAS,AND CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE PALLETS AT CORNERS AND ALONG THE WALLS IN THE WAREHOUSE. ALSO RE GROUT AND REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. FLOORS UNDER THE PALLETS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER ALSO NEEDS CLEANING.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAINT WALLS IN THE LOCKER ROOM. LOOSE BASEBOARD IN THE EMPLOYEES LOUNGE ROOM. MUST RE GLUE. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE VENT COVER IN BOTH CUSTOMERS WASHROOM. FAN GUARD IN 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.CEILING VENT IN THE MAIN KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAINT WALLS IN THE LOCKER ROOM. LOOSE BASEBOARD IN THE EMPLOYEES LOUNGE ROOM. MUST RE GLUE. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE VENT COVER IN BOTH CUSTOMERS WASHROOM. FAN GUARD IN 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.CEILING VENT IN THE MAIN KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN 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.

Health Department Information

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