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SOUTH LOOP MARKET Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

SOUTH LOOP MARKET 235 W VAN BUREN ST, CHICAGO 60607 Grocery Store
June 15, 2016 Canvass License #2098754
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: DIAPLAY COOLER MAINTAINING IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 51.8F.COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 40.F OR BELOW. COOLER WILL BE TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST USE ADDITIONAL COOLER ON PREMISES THATS 40F OR BELOW-CDI. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF DISPLAY COOLER.APPROX 1LB CHICKEN SALAD-51.4F,(10)-7lbs CHICKEN CEASAR SALAD/CHICKEN SOUTHWEST SALADS-58.4F, (8)-2LBS-SALSA-52.1F,$40.00-2LBS-EGG SALAD-51.8F, (5)-1LB-TUNA SALAD-52.6F,CUT MELONS -52.1F 8lbs-$72.00( WATERMELON,PINEAPPLE,HONEYDEW,ETC),10)-3LBS-PLAIN CHEESECAKE SLICES-58.9F,MEAT/CHEESE TRAY-50.F, (4)-1LB-GUACMOLE--53.F,1- TURKEY SANDWICH-52.F,1HAM SANDWICH-52.6F. MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW ALL FOODS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER,APPROX 45LBS/ COST$400.00,-CDI.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A.
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED.FOOD HANDLER PREPING TUNA SALAD. DELI SANDWICH STATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BOX STORAGE,LIQUOR,AND SUPPLIES THRU-OUT STORAGE AREAS IN REAR,2ND FL AREA ABOVE WALK IN COOLER,REAR STORAGE AND INSIDE WALK IN COOLER STORED ON FLOORS. MUST PROPERLY ELEVATE OFF FLOORS AT LEAST 6- INCHES AN ADEQUATE SHELVING.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKY PIPE UNDER 1COMPARTMENT AREA OF THE 3-COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKY PIPE UNDER 1COMPARTMENT AREA OF THE 3-COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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