PASS
Risk 1 (High)
MERCADITO LA MONARCA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
April 22, 2024
License Re-Inspection
License #2956597
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK DIRECTLY NEXT TO FOOD PREP SINK IN KITCHEN AREA WITHOUT ADEQUATE SPLASH PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD TO HANDWASHING SINK IN ORDER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED WITH HANDLE DIRECTLY IN THE FOOD AT THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE SCOOP AND STORE IN-USE UTENSIL ON A CLEAN, DRY SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF FRONT CASHIER AREA SHELVES TO BE CONSTRUCTED OF RAW WOOD AND NOT SMOOTH OR EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE RAW WOOD OR TREAT WOOD TO ALLOW FOR SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF FRONT CASHIER AREA SHELVES TO BE CONSTRUCTED OF RAW WOOD AND NOT SMOOTH OR EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE RAW WOOD OR TREAT WOOD TO ALLOW FOR SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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