TONY'S FINER FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR BAKERY PREP AREA NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. THERE WAS A CARDBOARD BOX AND PLASTIC CONTAINERS STORED IN THE HAND WASHING SINK BASIN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE PREPARING JUICE IN AN AREA WITHOUT AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. THE EMPLOYEE WAS PREPARING JUICE IN A SMALL ROOM ADAJCENT TO THE PRODUCE PREP AREA AND OUTSIDE OF THE FLORAL WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE LOCATED IN ALL FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETERS OUTSIDE OF THE DOORS TO THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER AND BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE OF ALL OF THE COOLERS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 10 LIVE HOUSE FLIES ON THE WALLS AND ON EQUIPMENT AND BOXES IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND STORAGE AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS IN THE PRODUCE DISPLAY AISLE AND OUTSIDE OF THE PRODUCE PREP AREA. ADDIITONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED DARK STAINED SURFACES OF CUTTING BOARDS IN THE MEAT PREP AREA BEHIND THE MEAT DISPLAY CASE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE SHELVES ALONG THE WALL STORED ABOVE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP TABLES IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAINT THE STORAGE SHELVES.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE REAR PREP AREA OF THE DELI AND BAKERY PREP TABLES IN THE FRONT DECORATING AREA.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON TOP OF THE PIZZA OVEN AND ON THE STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE DELI PREP TABLES.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN THE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER AND REPAIR THE DOOR THRESHOLD OF THE MEAT WALK-IN FREEZER WHERE THE DIAMOND PLATE FLOORING IS MISSING. REPAIR THE BROKEN WALL TILES AND BASEBOARD AROUND THE DOORWAY FROM THE MEAT DISPLAY AREA TO THE CUTTING ROOM.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE DELI REAR PREP AREA.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE MEAT WALK-IN FREEZER. CLEAN THE CEILING TILES IN THE MEAT, PRODUCE AND BAKERY FOOD PREP AREAS. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER OF THE REAR DELI PREP AREA AROUND THE STORAGE SHELF AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE WALL BASE IN THE REAR DELI PREP AREA. CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE REAR DELI PREP AREA.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE MEAT WALK-IN FREEZER. CLEAN THE CEILING TILES IN THE MEAT, PRODUCE AND BAKERY FOOD PREP AREAS. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER OF THE REAR DELI PREP AREA AROUND THE STORAGE SHELF AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE WALL BASE IN THE REAR DELI PREP AREA. CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE REAR DELI PREP AREA.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.