FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SUPER CARNICERIA EL POLLO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 11, 2014
Canvass
License #41768
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 2/14/2013 NOT CORRECTED INSPECTION # 1146307 VIOLATION # 32 MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA NEXT TO BUTCHER CUTTING BOARD/PREP TABLE. ON 3/11/2014 OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD INSTALLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED A BOX OF TAKE OUT FOOD STORAGE DISPOSABLE CONTAINERS ON STAIRS LEADING TO BASEMENT. STAIRS CONTAIN AN ACCUMULATION OF WATER FROM MELTING SNOW AND ICE LEAKING FROM FOUNDATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL TAKE OUT CONTAINERS TO A FOOD STORAGE AREA.
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES FROM RAW MEAT ON BASE, SIDES AND TOP OF REACH IN REFRIGERATOR. OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES IN RUNNERS OF REACH IN DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES, CLEAN THOROUGHLY AND PROPERLY SANITIZE. COOLERS NEED TO BE REGULARLY MAINTAINED IN A SANITARY CONDITION WITH NO ABSORBENT MATERIAL SUCH AS CARDBOARD TO BE USED AS SHELF LINER.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES FROM RAW MEAT ON BASE, SIDES AND TOP OF REACH IN REFRIGERATOR. OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES IN RUNNERS OF REACH IN DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DRIED JUICES, CLEAN THOROUGHLY AND PROPERLY SANITIZE. COOLERS NEED TO BE REGULARLY MAINTAINED IN A SANITARY CONDITION WITH NO ABSORBENT MATERIAL SUCH AS CARDBOARD TO BE USED AS SHELF LINER.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection