FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
NICHOLAS HIGH QUALITY MEATS INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
NICHOLAS HIGH QUALITY MEATS INC
(AKA: NICHOLAS HIGH QUALITY MEATS)
4619 W HARRISON ST, CHICAGO 60644
Grocery Store
March 2, 2022
Complaint
License #2458731
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. APPRX 10-20 DROPPINGS ALONG MEAT DISPLAY CASE FROM ALL ACROSS BACK OF SHELVING UNIT WHERE VEGTABLE OIL IS HELD. APPRX 20-30 DROPPINGS UNDER SHELVING ALONG WALL WHERE CAN GOODS, FLOUR, SUGAR IS STORED. APPRX 10-15 ALONG WALL LEFT OF THE FORK LIFT AND APPRX 20 INSIDE CLOSET IN THE OFFICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE PROOF OF SERVICE LOG UPON RETURN INSPECTION ON 3/9/2022. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN MEAT COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF STANDING LIQUID FROM MEATS AND FISH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN MEAT COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF STANDING LIQUID FROM MEATS AND FISH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection