MR G'S FOOD & LIQUOR 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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.30 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,BRICK ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE,ON SHELF & FLOOR IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,ON FLOOR & ON PALLETS OFPOP STORAGE AREA IN REAR,LOWER DRAWER OF OVEN.ALSO APPX.15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN TOILET ROOM & RETURN BOX IN REAR STORAGE AREA.ALSO FRONT & REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG BOTTOM & SIDE.FOUND 7- DEAD MICE ON GLUE BOARD IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER & HOLE IN WALL UNDER 2- COMP SINK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD MICE,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.SEAL HOLE IN WALL UNDER SINK.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/16/15.(SERIOUS 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1319937 11/22/13 NOT CORRECTED #35-MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES.#37-MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASH ROOM DOOR#38-MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.#43-MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL IN A SANITARY CONTAINER.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL BAGGED ICE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.

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 APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT ALL STORAGE AREAS & UNUSED WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN FREEZER.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN MOP SINK,3- COMP SINK AND HAND SINK,GARBAGE CANS AND ELIMINATE BOXES.MUST REMOVE EXPOSED CAULK IN BOTTOM INTERIOR BASIN OF ICE MACHINE.

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 DUST BUILD UP ON FANGUARDS IN BEER WALK IN COOLER.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYERS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE 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 FLOOR IN MEAT 1ST FL.WALK IN COOLER & BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE BEHIND LOTTERY COUNTER.

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 CLEAN DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA,HOOD,FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,LIGHT SHIELDS .

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 PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN FREEZER.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK,INSTALL A HAND SINK AT ICE BAGGING AREA IN REAR STORAGE AND AT FRONT PREP AREA FOR HOT FOODS OR REMOVE TO REAR PREP AREA,VENTILATION OVER STOVE IN REAR AREA.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER AND PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.

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: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER AND PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.

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.