FAIL Risk 3 (Low)

MOTHER'S FOOD INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MOTHER'S FOOD INC 4758 S WOOD ST, CHICAGO 60609 Grocery Store
May 30, 2013 License License #2133960
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 30, 2013. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 3 (Low), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL HANDSINK IN BATHROOM. MUST PROVIDE HANDSINK WITH LIQUID PUMP SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ALL EVIDENCE OF COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE REMOVED. IE...HOT PLATE, ELECTRIC SKILLET ETC. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN GONE.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK AND/OR REMOVE THREADS FROM FAUCET. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK AND/OR REMOVE THREADS FROM FAUCET. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections