JORDAN FIRST MINI MART INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND THE FRONT DOOR WITH TAPE AS A METHOD TO SEAL OPENINGS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TAPE AND SEAL REAR GREEN DOOR LEADING TO UPSTAIRS AND BASEMENT PROVIDE PROPER SEALING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND OR INSECT ENTERING AND HARBORING.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY, APPROX 15-20 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND THE BEVERAGE STANDS, APPROX 5-10 NEAR THE REAR DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE BASEMENT AREA, APPROX 30-40 IN THE HEATING UNIT CLOSET AREA IN THE REAR JUST ACROSS FROM TOILET ROOM, APPROX ANOTHER 15-20 LOCATED JUST RIGHT OF THE UTILITY SINK AND APPROX ANOTHER 10-15 ALONG THE WALLS IN THE REAR AREA THAT USE TO BE A MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE A SERVICE WITH PROOF OF SERVICE LOG BY RETURN INSPECTION DATE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS. 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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN REAR USED TO STORE BEVERAGES ON TOP OF. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL RAW WOOD SHOULD BE PAINTED OR STAINED TO MAKE EASY TO CLEAN IN CASE OF SPILLAGE OR OTHER MISHAPS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARD BOARD LINING SHELVING IN REAR OLD PREP AREA, INSIDE REACH IN BEVERAGE COOLERS ALSO. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL TO MAKE ALL SURFACES EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE REACH IN COOLER AND DELI COOLER NOT IN USE WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE UTILITY SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AREA WITH CRACKS AND MISSING PIECES OF CONCRETE, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL FLOOR TO MAKE EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BASES ALONG WALLS COMING LOOSE AND SOME WITH HOLES ALLOWING POSSIBLE ENTRANCE OF PEST AND OR INSECTS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL AREAS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING, STAINED AND POSSIBLE MOLDED TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REPLACE ALL.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN TOILET ROOM MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN TOILET ROOM MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.