PASS
Risk 1 (High)
KUROWSKI SAUSAGE SHOP & RICH Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
KUROWSKI SAUSAGE SHOP & RICH
(AKA: KUROWSKI SAUSAGE SHOP & RICH'S BAKERY)
2976-2978 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO 60618
Grocery Store
August 10, 2017
Canvass
License #58973
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME LARGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED AT 1ST FLOOR STORAGE ROOM ALSO FOUND FOODS NOT LABELED/DATED INSIDE REACH IN DELI COOLER (ELVATED COOLER USED FOR COOKED FOODS). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS INSIDE SAID DELI COOLER AND ALL BULK CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT/DUST BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT 3RD FLOOR STORAGE ROOM ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS ALSO OBSERVED CRACKED/LOOSE FLOOR TILES AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS- DELI BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, MEAT SMOKING ROOM BY SINKS, BASEMENT PREP BY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AT SAID AREAS AND CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALLS/CORNERS THROUGHOUT 3RD FLOOR STORAGE ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT COVERS/END CAPS FOR CEILING LIGHTS AT BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES AND AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES. MUST PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE BARRIER OR LIGHT COVERS AND END CAPS FOR ALL LIGHT BULBS AT PREP AREAS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: BASEMENT MENS WASHROOM VENTILATION FAN NOT WORKING ALSO BASEMENT PREP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE VENTILATION FAN IN MENS WASHROOM ALSO MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: BASEMENT MENS WASHROOM VENTILATION FAN NOT WORKING ALSO BASEMENT PREP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE VENTILATION FAN IN MENS WASHROOM ALSO MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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