PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
MARIANO'S Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 19, 2023
Short Form Complaint
License #2271471
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
8
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD (ROTISSERIE CHICKEN) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 50.1F LOCATED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE ALL SAID TCS FOODS AND TO MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CERTIFIED MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 7 CHICKENS AT COST OF $50. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: : THE REACH IN COOLER LOCATED IN STAN'S DONUTS PREP AREA DOES NOT HAVE A THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A THERMOMETER IN THE COOLER.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN STAN'S DONUTS AND THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. MUST MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND RUSTY RACKS/SHELVES AND FAN COVERS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS IN ALL DEPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST FROM SURFACES OR REPLACE ITEMS. MUST MAINTAIN A RUST FREE, CLEAN AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: : FOUND THE VENTS OVER THE GRILL AND THE INTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE DELI KITCHEN WITH FOOD, DIRT/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF ICE BUILD UP IN THE ICE CREAM FREEZER AND ENTREE' FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FREEZER WITH FROZEN FRUIT IN IT. REMOVE ALL LOOSE FRUIT
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE VENTS OVER THE GRILL AND THE INTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE DELI KITCHEN WITH FOOD, DIRT/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE WALLBASE BEHIND THE REAR PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER UNATTACHED FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH TO THE WALL. FOUND THE SINK LOOSE AT THE WALL BY THE LARGE GRINDER IN THE REAR MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE WALLBASE BEHIND THE REAR PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER UNATTACHED FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH TO THE WALL. FOUND THE SINK LOOSE AT THE WALL BY THE LARGE GRINDER IN THE REAR MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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