FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
STOP AND SHOP FOR U Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 3, 2017
Complaint
License #2270095
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: UPON INVESTIGATION 18 1 LB BOXES OF RICE AND 3 2LB BOXES OF RICE WERE OBSERVED ON SHELVES. 2 BOXES OF 1 LB RICE WERE OPENED AND 1 BOX OF 3 LB RICE WAS OPENED. LIVE AND DEAD BUGS WERE FOUND IN BOXES. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED ALL BOXES OF RICE. SERIOUS VIOALTION 7-38-005 (A)
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WHERE ICE IS MADE. ICE IS USED TO FILL SODA DISPENSING UNIT FOR PATRONS AND IS BAGGED TO SELL TO PATRONS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE IC EMACHINE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BAGS OF ICE NEED TO HAVE LABEL CONTAINING NAME OF STORE AND ADDRESS WHERE ICE IS BAGGED.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BAGS OF ICE NEED TO HAVE LABEL CONTAINING NAME OF STORE AND ADDRESS WHERE ICE IS BAGGED.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection