PASS
Risk 1 (High)
Supermercado Santos Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 1, 2015
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License #1091886
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED TRAYS OF PORK AND BEEF IN THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED WITH PRODUCT NAME OR DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUTSIDE OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGES. OBSERVED GUACAMOLE AND SALSA FOR SALE WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT INGREDIENTS OR NAME AND ADDRESS OF BUSINESS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOODS FOR SALE WITH BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND INGREDIENTS.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES IN THE SODA REFRIGERATORS LOCATED IN THE GROCERY STORE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAINT WITH A NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED AS A SHELF LINER IN THE SODA REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED NOT TO REUSE CARDBOARD IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ALL SURFACES SHOULD BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE SHELVES OF THE SODA REFRIGERATOR IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAS A MINOR LEAK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED THE WASHBOWL HAS A MINOR LEAK AT THE T-TRAP LOCATED IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAS A MINOR LEAK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED THE WASHBOWL HAS A MINOR LEAK AT THE T-TRAP LOCATED IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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