FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
PETE'S MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 24, 2024
Canvass
License #36823
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT HANDWASH SINKS IN STAFF/CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM IN REAR OF STORE BEHIND PRODUCE DISPLAY AREA. TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 67.0F-68.0F. INSTD TO PROVIDE 100F-120F AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: CHICKEN PIECES AND WHOLE ROTISSIERE CHICKENS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN SELF SERVICE DISPLAY CASE. TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 90.2F-109.0F . ALL DENATURED AND DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 20LBS $ 100 VALUE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135.0F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED IN MEAT PREP AREA ON PREP TABLES. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED IN MEAT PREP AREA ON PREP TABLES. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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