FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
PJ'S PANTRY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 20, 2013
Canvass
License #1515326
4
Total Violations
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS NOT MAINTAINED.UNABLE TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE. WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON AND DRAINS,GREASE TRAP OVERFLOWS WITH WASTE WATER,ALSO BOTTOM OF GREASE TRAP IS RUSTY WITH HOLES AND WASTE WATER FLOWS INTO THE FLOOR AT FRONT AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR REPLACE GREASE TRAP,AND TEMPORALLY USE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE MICROWAVE FROM FRONT AREA,BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER,DUE TO NO OPENED FOOD WILL BE PREPARED AND SERVED.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: EXCESS ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZERS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. BLACK SUBSTANCE AND FOUL ODOR FROM TWO DOOR REACH-IN UNUSED COOLER IN REAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: EXCESS ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZERS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. BLACK SUBSTANCE AND FOUL ODOR FROM TWO DOOR REACH-IN UNUSED COOLER IN REAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection