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SUPERMERCADO CUAUHTEMOC INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

SUPERMERCADO CUAUHTEMOC INC 2502-2506 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60623 Grocery Store
August 7, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection License #8550
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOUND SOME COOKED FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER THAT WERE NOT LABELED, MUST LABEL ALL COOKED FOODS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED SOME CEILING TILE ON THE SELLING FLOOR WITH WATER STAINS AND IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; REPLACE CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED SOME CEILING VENTS ON THE SELLING FLOOR WITH DUST; CLEAN VENTS. THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEED CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF DUST AT THE TOP OF THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE TAQUERIA PREP AREA; REMOVE DUST.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL GREASE RECEPTORS ON PREMISES NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING. MUST PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. A LEAK WAS OBSERVED AT THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA; REPAIR LEAK AT THE PIPE.
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: THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL GREASE RECEPTORS ON PREMISES NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING. MUST PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. A LEAK WAS OBSERVED AT THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA; REPAIR LEAK AT THE PIPE.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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