PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
SUPERMERCADO EL GUERO #10 INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
November 14, 2011
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License #39978
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: TWO TRAYS OF CARNITAS AT IMPROPER STORAGE/SERVICE TEMPERATURE OF 109.9F IN HOT HOLDING DISPLAY CASE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. MGR VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED SAME. APRROX 15LBS $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 A CRITICAL.
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH LIME BUILD-UP. REMOVE SAME. INTERIOR OF WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP. REMOVE SAME. ROLLING CART WITH RUST IN MEAT PROCESSING AREA. REPLACE SAME
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE IN MEAT PROCESSING AREA. REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE IN MEAT PROCESSING AREA. REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection