POTASH BROS INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOUND PREPARED COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED.All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUST ACCUMULATION AT ALL DUST FAN GUARD COVERS INSIDE ALL WALK-IN COOLERS(PRODUCE AND MEAT ROOMS) THROUGHOUT THE STORE.MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOUND LIGHT FIXTURES ABOVE THE BACON AND DELI MEAT CASES, AT THE ENTIRE PRODUCE REACH-IN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND THE CHEESE REACH-IN COLD HOLDING UNITS WITHOUT LIGHT SHIELD COVERS. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT ALL ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND SMALL WATER LEAKS AT PIPES UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT UNDER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AND THE RIGHT HAND SIDE COMPARTMENT. ALSO FOUND THE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE DIFFICULT TO OPEN AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ABOVE STATED 3-COMP SINK AND MAKE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE EASIER TO OPEN AND CLOSE.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND SMALL WATER LEAKS AT PIPES UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT UNDER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AND THE RIGHT HAND SIDE COMPARTMENT. ALSO FOUND THE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE DIFFICULT TO OPEN AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ABOVE STATED 3-COMP SINK AND MAKE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE EASIER TO OPEN AND CLOSE.

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.