PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
RIGO'S GROCERY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
November 17, 2015
Canvass
License #1144306
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 17, 2015. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BEEF, CHICKEN) ARE BEING HANDLED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES BUSINESS IS OPEN AND OPERATING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WORN OUT AND TORN GASKETS ON THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF LINER IN THE SODA REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WORN OUT AND TORN GASKETS ON THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF LINER IN THE SODA REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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