FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SUPERMERCADO LA GLORIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 1, 2022
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2188943
10
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
8
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
10
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC BAG. FOOD MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKETS AT RIGHT WALK IN COOLER AND PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED RESIDUE ON POP SLEEVES IN BEVERAGE COOLER, DUSTY FAN GUARDS IN PRODUCE COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER, INTERIOR ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP IN ICE CREAM FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.MUST CLEAN LOWER CABINETS OF ALL STORAGE UNITS THROUGHOUT FROM DEAD INSECTS AND DEBRIS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN'S CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND LIQUID ON FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLERS AND BEVERAGE COOLER, RESIDUE ACCUMULATED ON INTERIOR DOORS AND WALLS OF WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, KEEP DRY, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR OF SECOND FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE, ORGANIZE, OR REMOVE ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN MEAT PREP AREA,GROUT FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND CRACKS IN WALLS & TRIM AND WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN TOILET TANK LID IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES MISSING FOR SOME EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES MISSING FOR SOME EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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