LEAMINGTON FOODS INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: FOUND CUT WATERMELONS SITTING OUT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN PRODUCE DISPLAY AREA. ALL CUT MELONS MUST BE STORED, HELD, OR DISPLAYED AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL FOOD ITEMS PACKAGED ON PREMISES IN THE DELI AREA MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED.

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: 2 KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED AGAINST THE WALL ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN MEAT PREP ROOM. KNIVES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN THE KNIFE RACK.

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 REPLACE CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO PREP COOLER IN DELI AREA WITH DEEP GROOVES IN THE SURFACE. PAINT RUSTY WALL INSIDE DELI WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. PAINT RUSTY SHELF INSIDE CABINET UNDERNEATH 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN EMPLOYEE BREAK AREA.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE INTERIORS OF BOTH MICROWAVE OVENS AND REFRIGERATOR IN EMPLOYEE BREAK AREA.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AREA(DIRT AND DEBRIS NOTED).

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: PAINT RUSTY BASE BOARDS THROUGHOUT BUTCHER'S PREP ROOM. CLEAN WALLS AROUND MOP SINK IN UTILITY ROOM. CLEAN STAINS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS, DUST BUILD-UP FROM HAT VENTS, AND UNCLEAN CEILING TILES IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM AREA. REPAIR LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL IN DECORATING PREP AREA ACROSS FROM DOOR LEADING INTO MEAT PREP ROOM. SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALLS IN FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS WHERE PRESENT.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR 3 OUT OF 4 TOILETS INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAK IN CEILING ABOVE DESSERT DISPLAY CASE ON SALES FLOOR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR 3 OUT OF 4 TOILETS INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAK IN CEILING ABOVE DESSERT DISPLAY CASE ON SALES FLOOR.

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.