PETE'S MARKET #4 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT DELI PREP HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: FOUND CURED BEEF (HANGING ON RACKS IN MEAT DEPARTMENT PREP AREA) ON SITE WITHOUT APPROVED PROCESS. MUST OBTAIN CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH APPROVAL OR A PRODUCT ASSESSMENT MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE PAST FIVE YEARS AND PERSON IN CHARGE HAS RECORDS VERIFYING THE PH LAB FROM A CERTIFIED LAB, AND THERE HAS BEEN NO CHANGE IN PROCESS. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY REMOVED AND DENATURED ALL CURED BEEF FROM PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED (SEE #32 FOR VIOLATION ISSUED). APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 30 LBS, $200.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS - Comments: NO LAB TESTING/RESULTS FOR CURED BEEF NOT UNDER REFRIGERATION AND OFFERED FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OR HAVE UNDER REFRIGERATION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. - COS

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 PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AREA (CORN MEAL ETC). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND LEAK AT PIPE OF HAND WASHING SINK IN BEEF PREP ROOM AND AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN BASEMENT UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.