LEAMINGTON FOODS INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINKS WATER TEMPERATURES IN MEAT PREP AREA AT 48.6F,PRODUCE PREP AREA AT 49.1F.NO RUNNING WATER AT BOTH HAND SINKS IN STAFF WOMENS TOILET ROOM AND FAR RIGHT SINK IN STAFF MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 100.0F FOR HAND WASHING.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.HOT RUNNING WATER WAS RESTORED AT HAND SINKS IN MEAT & PRODUCE PREP AREAS AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL SINK IN BREAKROOM FOR HAND WASHING.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINKS IN MEAT & PRODUCE PREP AREA.PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN STAFF WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)(COS)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN CHICKEN PREP AREA AND MEAT PREP WALK IN COOLER(GRINDING MACHINES). MUST PROVIDE A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN PRODUCE & MEAT PREP AREAS.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 150 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN MEAT PREP AREA-ON FLOOR UNDER & BEHIND ROLLING CARTS,ON TOP OF MEAT WRAPPING STATION.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE BEHIND PALLETS OF FOOD.DELI WALK IN COOLER-ON FLOOR NEXT TO PIPES.ON DISPLAY SHELF OF BAGGED POPCORN,UNDER DISPLAY SHELVES AT BREAD,HOUSEHOLD UTENSILS AND BAGGED CANDY.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/5/2021.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND SOILED CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT PREP AREA.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP IN MEAT PREP AREA-WRAPPING STATIONS,SAW MACHINE,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS,FAN GUARD COVERS.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, GRINDERS,FAN GUARD COVERS.DELI WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS,MILK RACKS.SALES FLOOR- COLD BOTTLED JUICE DISPLAY & MEAT FREEZERS.PRODUCE PREP AREA-WRAPPING STATION,PREP TABLES.CHICKEN PREP AREA-FAN GUARD COVERS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IN STAFF MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND UNUSED DELI AREA,DAMAGED WALL BASES IN STAFF MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN MEAT PREP AREA,PRODUCE PREP AREA,CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN LARGE WALK IN FREEZER.

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: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN DELI WALK IN COOLER,REAR STORAGE AREA,MOP SINK CLOSET NEAR BREAK ROOM,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,UNUSED DELI PREP AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.

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: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREA,WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,MOP SINK CLOSETS,STORAGE AREAS AND FLOOR DRAINS AND TROUTS.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.

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.