SHOP & SAVE MARKET 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: RECEIVING BACK DOOR OPEN WITH NO AIR CURTIN OR AIR STRIPS TO DETER FLIES FROM ENTERING STORE. FOUND 2 OVERHEAD DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. 1 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. ALL OUTER OPENING MUST BE PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. FOUL SMELL FROM CONTAINERS WITH DAMAGED/MISSING LIDS. HEAVY FLY ACTIVITY AT ALL CONTAINERS. MUST CORRECT WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS. GREASE CONTAINER WITH GREASE ENCRUSTED ON LID, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL MEAT MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH TYPE OF MEAT IT IS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN 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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: ALL SINGLE SERVE ARTICLE MUST BE DISCARDED AFTER USE. NO REUSING OF ALUMINUM CONTAINERS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED IN KITCHEN DEPARTMENT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BAKERY DEPARTMENT, STORAGE RACKS IN BAKERY WALK IN COOLERS, ALL FLOUR, SUGAR SPICE CONTAINERS IN NEED OF CLEANING, AND ALL WHEEL BASE HOLDERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS IN ALL SERVICE DEPARTMENTS, BACK ROOMS AND BAKERY WALK IN COOLERS ALL IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: HOOD VENTILATION ABOVE BAKERY EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. LEAK AT MOP SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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: HOOD VENTILATION ABOVE BAKERY EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. LEAK AT MOP SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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.