LARAMIE BAKERY & DELI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: APPROXIMATELY 100 MICE DROPPINGS FOUND ALONG BASEBOARD UNDER BAKERY PREP FLOUR STORAGE. 10 NOTED ALONG BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT. 30 NOTED BEHIND UNUSED BOX FREEZER IN DELI PREP ROOM AND 50 NOTED IN FRONT STORAGE UNDER ALL SHELVING AND A DEAD MOUSE ON GLUE BOARD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, DEAD MOUSE AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SEAL ANY HOLES OR OPENING NOTED DURING CLEANING AND RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR MICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 6-23-14 NOT CORRECTED. #33-INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE METAL RACKS INSIDE. BREAD METAL STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR AREA.#34-INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.#36- LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS INSIDE BAKERY DISPLAY CASE IN FRONT SERVICE AREA AND ABOVE BAKERY PREP AREA OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PRE-PACKAGED PREPARED FOODS IN THE GROCERY COOLERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS, PRODUCT AND INGREDIENTS.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: TABLE TOP CAN OPENER IN BAKERY PREP MUST BE CLEANED AFTER EACH USE.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT DELI PREP EXPOSED HAND SINK. METAL SHELVING ABOVE THE FRONT BAKERY PREP TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR WITH OPEN CREVICES AND WARPED METAL. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAKE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. MUST NOT USE PAPER AS A LINER FOR SHELVING IN COOKING AREA. MUST STORE FROZEN BLUEBERRIES IN A CLEAN, WASHABLE, COVERED CONTAINER INSIDE THE BASEMENT BOX FREEZER. NOT LOOSE INSIDE FREEZER.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: RAW PLYWOOD FLOORING IN FRONT BAKERY PREP MUST BE REPLACED WITH A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACE. FLOORS OF BOTH WALK-IN FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD SPILLAGE MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FLOORS UNDER DELI PREP THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND OVEN, UNDER AND AROUND GREASE TRAP WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. FLOORS BEHIND BREAD SLICER WITH DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE BAKERY OVEN WITH LARGE HOLE. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT BAKERY PREP, DELI PREP AND FRONT BAKERY PREP. MUST REPLACE AND REPAIR ANY LEAKS.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: DIRTY LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE BAKERY BUTCHER BLOCK TABLE AND REAR DELI PREP METAL TABLE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: DIRTY LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE BAKERY BUTCHER BLOCK TABLE AND REAR DELI PREP METAL TABLE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.