PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SUPERMERCADO ALEX Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 14, 2015
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License #1772307
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED PACKAGED PORK SKINS FOR SALE WITHOUT PROPER LABEL LOCATED BY THE MEAT DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS CONTAINING BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND INGREDIENTS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS BEING STORED BEHIND THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS PROPERLY AND IN A DESIGNATED AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS BEING STORED BEHIND THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS PROPERLY AND IN A DESIGNATED AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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