PAULINA SUPER MARKET INC 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 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREA, UNDER AND BEHIND THE WOOD PALLETS, ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS, ALSO FRONT SELLING AREA,WEST SIDE OF PREMISES. OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED,BOTH REAR DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOF. NO GNAWED FOOD ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA, ALSO TO ELEVATED STOCK AND OTHER ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR. MORE THAN 100 MICE DROPPINGS. PREMISES IS A LARGE ESTABLISHMENT(7000 Sq.Ft.) SERIOUS VIOLATION: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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED AT BUTCHER'S REAR AREA.OBSERVED FLOOR GRIMES AND MOP STRING INSIDE THE COMPARTMENT,ALSO TWO OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WASTE WATER IS BACKING UP AND EXTREMELY SLOWLY DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE COMPARTMENT AND FIX THE PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES IN PRODUCE PREP AREA DIRTY AND SURFACE UNABLE TO CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAID SHELVES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.OBSERVED PREP TABLE INSIDE THE BUTCHER'S WORKING AREA COMPLETELY COVERED WITH CARDBOARDS,RED PAPER AND A LOT OF TAPES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, KEEP PREP TABLES CLEAN SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN PRODUCE DEPARTMENT WITH DEEP CUT AND BLACK SURFACE ,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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: OBSERVED SHELVES IN BUTCHER'S AND PRODUCE DEPARTMENT DIRTY,GRIMES AND FOOD STAIN ON THEM INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: SWEEP FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDED REAR STORAGE,UNDER THE SHELVES IN SELLING AREA, A LOT OF DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD-UP

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: CLEAN WALL IN BUTCHER'S PREP AREA,BLOOD STAINS. PRODUCE AREA WALL NEED TO BE PAINT. SEAL ALL OPENINGS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT INCLUDED AROUND PIPE

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING ISTRUCTED TO REPAIR,ALSO PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE SAID SINK

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING ISTRUCTED TO REPAIR,ALSO PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE SAID SINK

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.