SHOP & SAVE MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WASH AND RINSE WATER: CLEAN AND PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA, GO TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND RINSE A MULTI USE SPOON WITH JUST WATER, RUBBING HIS HANDS ACROSSED THE SPOON. HE THEN WENT OVER TO A POT ON THE STOVE AND BEGIN STIRRING THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF IT. ALSO, OBSERVED ANOTHER FOOD HANDLER IN THE BAKERY AREA DO THE SAME WITH A MULTI USE SPOON. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SET UP THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS OR USE A DIFFERENT (CLEAN) SPOON. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

Inadequate sanitization allows pathogens to survive and multiply, causing cross-contamination and foodborne illness.

Food contact surfaces must be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

Clean and sanitize: After each use with different raw foods; Between raw and ready-to-eat foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Using approved methods and concentrations.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA NOT MAINTAINED. LIDS OPEN AND GARBAGE PILE UP, DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AND HEAVY LARGE FLY ACTIVITY. ALSO, OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER WITH HARDENED AND EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP AND THE LID OPENED. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP LIDS CLOSED AND ELIMINATE OVER FLOW OF GARBAGE-UTILIZE ENTIRE CONTAINER; DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA AND THE GREASE CONTAINER.CONTAINER AND KEEP LID CLOSED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT MEAT PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.

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: FOUND THE FAN COVERS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS, THE KNIVES AND KNIFE RACK IN THE MEAT FRONT PREP AREA, THE CAN OPENER IN THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AND THE STORAGE RACKS IN ALL PREP AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN THE REAR STORAGE, IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS.

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: FOUND THE CEILING VENTS, TILES AND THE WALLS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA OF BAKERY, MEAT, PRODUCE AND KITCHEN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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 THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BAKERY AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS WITH NO LIGHT SHIELDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS TO WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZERS WHERE THEY ARE MISSING.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOUND THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BAKERY AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS WITH NO LIGHT SHIELDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS TO WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZERS WHERE THEY ARE MISSING.

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.