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PETE'S FRESH MARKET #5 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PETE'S FRESH MARKET #5 (AKA: PETE'S FRESH MARKET) 3448 E 118TH ST, CHICAGO 60617 Grocery Store
March 15, 2021 Short Form Complaint License #1598145
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: WE OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE BAKERY FRONT PASTRY PACKAGING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK. ALSO NO HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN BACK REAR SALAD PREP AREA ADJACENT TO FRESH JUICE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HANDWASHING SINK WITH SOAP AND TOWEL DEVICE CONVENIENT FOR EMPLOYEE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED DRY FOOD STORAGE BINS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME IN KITCHEN PREP. MUST PROVIDE.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DAIRY OVER HEAD DOORS AND BAKERY EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN SALAD PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED, DARK GROVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR OR REPLACE.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET AT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY HANDLES ON 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET AT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY HANDLES ON 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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