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

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: OBSERVED WASTE WATER WITH FOOD DEBRIS, GREASY APPEAREANCE, AND FOUL ODOR BACKING UP FROM CATCH BASINS OF BOTH REAR MEAT AND DELI 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS ONTO FLOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. LICENSED PLUMBERS ARRIVED ON SITE TO CORRECT VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION.

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.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM HANDSINK IN REAR IN POOR REPAIR, UNABLE TO DRAIN , WATER STANDING IN BASIN AND WITHOUT HOT WATER. INSTD TO MAINTAIN SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. LICENSED PLUMBERS ARRIVED ON SITE TO REPAIR SAME.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: CLEAN-MULTI USED UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED IN REAR PREPARED MEALS PREP AREA. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY OFF FLOOR AND PROTECTED.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ROLLING CARTS IN MEAT PREP AREA WITH RUST. PRODUCE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME. IMPROPER LIDS FOR TRASH BINS IN DELI AREA. PROVIDE PROPER LIDS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR OF MEAT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR, NOTED RAW ROTTING WOOD SURFACE AT DOORWAY OF PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. MEAT WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BLOOD SPILLS. INSTD TO KEEP CLEAN AND DRY.

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 FAN COVERS AND ATTACHED HARDWARE IN PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLERS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN FAN COVERS AND ATTACHED HARDWARE IN PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLERS.

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.