MORELIA SUPERMARKET #2, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: ENCLOSED OVER HEAD SLIDING DOCK AREA OUTER DOOR WHERE WALK-IN COOLER AND GARBAGE DUMPSTERS AREA STORED, HAS ABOUT 30 FLIES FLYING AROUND, AND OVER HEAD DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF APPROX. 1/2 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY SEAL TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND REPLACE FLY TRAPS IN SAME AREA, MUST COMPLETELY SEAL DOCK AREA, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST DATE AND LABEL ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS INSIDE COOLERS

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN COOKING AREAS BETWEEN PREP TABLES,

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: MUST CLEAN/REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN ALL PREP AREAS AND CLEAN CAN OPENER IN COOKING 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: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL STORAGE AREAS AND ELEVATOR, AND MUST ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER,

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: MUST REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AND REPAINT WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN WALLS WHERE NEEDED, AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED THROUGHOUT PREMISES,

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST CLEAN/REPLACE LIGHT SHIELDS THATS NOT CLEAN IN COOKING AREA, OUT IN WALK-IN FREEZER, AND NOT SHIELDED IN WALK-IN COOLER,

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.