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Kostner Food Basket Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

Kostner Food Basket 22-24 S KOSTNER AVE, CHICAGO 60624 Grocery Store
December 30, 2019 Canvass License #2202172
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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: OBSERVED A LEAK UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK AND A SLOW DRAIN AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL SINK FIXTURE AND SINKS IN THE PREP AREA TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE PREP AREA AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE PREP AREA AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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