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

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT FRUIT PREP ROOM RENDERED INACCESSIBLE BY WIPING CLOTHES BEING PLACED INSIDE IT. OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BAKERY RENDERED INACCESSIBLE BY BRUSH BEING PLACED INSIDE IT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE STORAGE BINS OF RICE TO NOT BE LABELED IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL DRY STORAGE BINS WITH NAME OF CONTENTS.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN THE MEAT PREPARATION AREA AND BAKERY AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: FOUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED; SINK IS LEAKING WHEN WATER FROM THREE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED AT THE FRUIT PREP ROOM AND ALSO THE HOT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE VENT COVERS IN THE MEAT GRINDING ROOM, PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER, BAKERY WALK IN COOLER, AND THE BEEF WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENT COVERS FREE OF DUST ACCUMULATION.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE DUMPSTER ARE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPILLAGE PRESENT ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN FISH AND SHRIMP COOLER AND UNDER THE PRODUCE SHELVES DIRECTLY ACROSS THE FISH AND SHRIMP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPILLAGE ON THE FLOOR.

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: OBSERVED MULTIPLE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE EXHAUST HOOD TO NOT BE TURNING ON OR MISSING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT WORKING TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT FOR FACILITY 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: OBSERVED MULTIPLE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE EXHAUST HOOD TO NOT BE TURNING ON OR MISSING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT WORKING TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT FOR FACILITY 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.