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NYC FOOD & CELLULAR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NYC FOOD & CELLULAR (AKA: NYC GROCERY DELI CELLULAR) 8550 S STONY ISLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60617 Grocery Store
May 15, 2012 License License #2153398
9
Total Violations
5
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: PREMISES COOLERS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIRED OF 40F.-WALK IN COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE-76.1F,DELI COOLER-46.8F.ALSO NO FREEZERS INSTALLED FOR FROZEN FOODS.MUST INSTALL.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION-NO SHIELD AT COUNTER ABOVE DELI COOLER.MUST INSTALL GLASS.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.MUST CONTACT A LICENSE PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.ALSO MUST REPAIR BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF.
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.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.MUST CERTIFICATE OR PAID RECEIPT FOR ENROLLMENT IN CLASS.
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: TOILET IN STAFF WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR,NOT FLUSHING.MUST REPAIR.
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO DISPLAY SHELVING INSTALLED ON PREMISES IN FRONT SELLING AREA AND IN REAR FOR STOCK.MUST INSTALL.ALSO BOTTOM OF WALK IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKET TO KEEP AIR INSIDE COOLER,IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPLACE.NO SINK STOPPERS FOR 3-COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: NO SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.MUST INSTALL.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO VENTILATION INSTALLED TO THE OUTSIDE IN WASHROOM.MUST INSTALL.ALSO OBSERVED INADEQUATE PLUMBING OF OPEN WASTE WATER LINE TO WALK- IN -COOLER.MUST CONTACT A LICENSED PLUMBER,INSTALL A PIPE CONNECTION FROM WASTE WATER LINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.
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: NO VENTILATION INSTALLED TO THE OUTSIDE IN WASHROOM.MUST INSTALL.ALSO OBSERVED INADEQUATE PLUMBING OF OPEN WASTE WATER LINE TO WALK- IN -COOLER.MUST CONTACT A LICENSED PLUMBER,INSTALL A PIPE CONNECTION FROM WASTE WATER LINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.
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
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