SUPERMERCADO CUAUHTEMOC INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 30 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE FURNANCE ROOM IN THE REAR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST THE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT NOT DISPLAYED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS DISPLAY PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT THAT IS VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B)

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1950387 DATED ON 8/15/16; 32 - MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AT PREP TABLE,HAS OPEN DARK SEAMS ON CUTTING BOARDS IN THE MEAT PREP AREA. 36 - MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS INSIDE THE MEAT COUNTER IN REAR PREP AREA. 38 - MUST REPAIR THE FAUCET NECK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AT MEAT COUNTER HAS A LEAK AT NECK OF FAUCET,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER ALL SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED COLD WATER KNOB IN POOR REPAIR ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK LOCATED BY THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED COLD WATER KNOB IN POOR REPAIR ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK LOCATED BY THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.