ROSELAND FOOD & LIQUOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED MORE THAT FORTY GNATS ON THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ACTIVITY AND TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY OR CERTIFICATE POSTED AS REQUIRED FOR THE SALE OF SLICED READY TO EAT MEAT AND CHEESE/DELI OPERATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF PAYMENT OR ENROLLMENT FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT, STORAGE AREA AND ON SELLING FLOOR UNDER SHELVES.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN STORE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED MOLDED WALLS AND CEILING IN BASEMENT FROM PREVIOUS FLOODING ACCORDING TO OWNER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS/CEILING OR REPLACE WITH FRESH PLASTER.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN STORE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED MOLDED WALLS AND CEILING IN BASEMENT FROM PREVIOUS FLOODING ACCORDING TO OWNER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS/CEILING OR REPLACE WITH FRESH PLASTER.

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.