SARAVALE MEAT MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED SMOKER IN ROOM WITH NO HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO EITHER: INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN SMOKER ROOM OR COMPLETELY REMOVE DOOR TO HAVE ACCESS TO HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN, OR RELOCATE SMOKER TO THE KITCHEN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C).

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ACQUIRE LOG BOOK WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS INCLUDING A COPY OF THE IDPH LICENSE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C).

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP IN BOTTOM OF REAR SCREEN DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO TIGHTEN DOOR TO AVOID PESTS

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED USED DRIED SPONGES IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CHANGE SPONGES REGULARLY.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVILY RUSTED RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE RACKS WITH CORROISION RESISTANT MATERIALS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED UNSEALED WOODEN SHELF IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL WOODEN SHELF.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKED TILES IN REAR ROOM NEAR THE SMOKER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE TILES WITH SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.

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 CRACKED TILES IN REAR ROOM NEAR THE SMOKER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE TILES WITH SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.

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.