JOONG BOO MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT DUMPLING PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE; BLOCKED WITH FOOD EQUIPMENT AND TRASH BINS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION , 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES FISH CAKES 120F, POTSTICKERS 116F HELD IN HOT HOLDING UNIT LOCATED IN THE SNACK CORNER KITCHEN AREA. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5LBS AT $50. ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 135F OR ABOVE DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

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.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH TCS FOODS IN THE SNACK CORNER KITCHEN NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 107.1F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HOT HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 135F OR HIGHER. HOT HOLDING UNIT IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINER WITH NO LABEL LOCATED IN THE MAIN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINER WITH COMON NAME OF FOOD ITEM WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE ON PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP SHELF AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE SHELVES IN THE REAR EAST WAREHOUSE DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO RECOMMENDED THE MANAGER CALL THE EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a). CITATION ISSUED

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK IN REAR COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTED METAL SHELVING IN PRODUCE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

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.