FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARIANO'S #8520 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 20, 2017
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2309177
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED IN BAKERY PREP AREA.OBSERVED FRONT HAND SINK IN BAKERY PREP AREA WITH STANDING WATER,CLOGGED AND NOT DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM OVERHEAD SHELVING UNITS IN MEAT PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR CRACKED POPCORN STORAGE BIN IN POPCORN PREP AREA,LOOSE SPLASH GUARD AT DELI HAND SINK.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROMDIPPING WELL,HOT BAR-PREP TABLES,ROLLING CART,WHEEL BASES AND FRYER CABINETS,DELI WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,MEAT AND SEAFOOD- PREP TABLES,MEAT PREP AREA FAN GUARDS,BAKERY-STORAGE SHELVES,DELI- HAND SINK.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS IN ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS,BREAK ROOM.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER,BAKERY PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN FRON OF JUICING MACHINE IN REAR JUICING PREP AREA.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL BASES IN MEAT PREP AREA,WALL IN POOR REPAIR IN HOT BAR PREP AREA,MISSING CEILING TILES IN BREAK ROOM.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN HOT BAR AREA,OVERHEAD BEAMS IN COFFEE AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN HOT BAR PREP AREA,DELI DISH WASHING AREA,FILTERS AT HOOD IN HOT BAR AREA,GRILL PREP AREA,BAKERY PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOT BAR AREA,GRILL AREA,BAKERY PREP AREA,MEAT PREP AREA.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOT BAR AREA,GRILL AREA,BAKERY PREP AREA,MEAT PREP AREA.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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