SUPERMERCADO ANTONIO'S CORP. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM JULY 11, 2014: #30 PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE ALL PRE PACKAGED SPICES AND NUTS. #38 PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN EXPOSED HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SLICER, MEAT SAW AND MEAT GRINDER IN BUTCHER AREA. CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE LARGE FRYER BOWLS IN REAR PREP AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN WALL AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA.

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: ONE LIGHT IN THE REAR PREP AREA IS MISSING A SHIELD AND ONE IS MISSING AN END CAP; PROVIDE SHIELD AND CAP WHERE NEEDED.

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: ONE LIGHT IN THE REAR PREP AREA IS MISSING A SHIELD AND ONE IS MISSING AN END CAP; PROVIDE SHIELD AND CAP WHERE NEEDED.

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.