TONY'S FINER FOODS ENTERPRISES, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE AND INACCESSIBLE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF.OBSERVED HAND SINK IN MEAT DEPT. NOT ACCESSIBLE A GROCERY CART WITH BAGS OF RAW CHICKEN INSIDE,TOOL CART STORED IN FRONT OF HAND SINK.DELI/MEAT DEPT HAD NO TOWELS AT 1ST HAND SINK.BAKERY PREP AREA NO TOWELS,PRODUCE PREP AREA HAD A STEP LADDER IN FRONT OF HAND SINK AND NO TOWELS WHILE FOOD WAS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED.MANAGER PROVIDE TOWELS AND ARTICLES HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM IN FRONT OF HAND SINKS AT THIS TIME.MUST MAINTAIN AND KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 8 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND FOAM TRAYS IN REAR AREA ACROSS FROM CARDBOARD COMPACTOR.ALSO, APPX.100 OR MORE LIVE SMALL AND LARGE FLIES ON WALLS,CEILINGS,BOXES,FLYING AROUND,BAGS OF ONIONS IN DELI/MEAT PREP AREA,PRODUCE PREP AREA.APPX."3/4-1" GAP ON FRONT ENTRY AND EXIT DOORS ALONG TOP,SIDE AND CORNER,RECEIVING MAN DOOR ALONG BOTTOM & SIDE AND DOOR CLOSURE IN POOR REPAIR,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER DOOR IN CENTER AND ALONG BOTTOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/9/17.(SERIOUS 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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN BAKERY PREP AREA.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS AND MOLDED CUTTING BOARD USED AS A STORAGE SHELF ,RUSTY LID ON GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK IN MEAT PROCESSING AREA,MEAT WALK IN COOLER RUSTY SHELVING UNITS,RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE AND FOIL FROM SHELVING UNITS IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER RUSTY SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING SLIDING DOOR ON FISH DISPLAY UNIT & CRACKED GLASS ON MEAT GLASS SLIDING DOOR,BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER INTERIOR DOOR PANEL IN POOR REPAIR.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WRAPPING STATION & PREP TABLES IN MEAT PROCESSING DEPT.DELI/MEAT PREP AREA WRAPPING STATION,PREP TABLES,EXTERIOR OF FOOD CRATE,HOT FOOD PREP AREA 1- EYE STOVE ,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,DAIRY PACK WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,BAKERY WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS AND ROLLING CARTS,PRODUCE PREP AREA FAN GUARD COVERS,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER,DELI/MEAT PREP AREA,HOT FOOD PREP AREA,ELECTRICAL ROOM,DAIRY PACK COOLER,REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA,PRODUCE PREP & WALK IN COOLER,STAFF BREAK ROOM AND FLOOR DRAINS IN ALL PREP AREAS.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN MAIN WALK IN FREEZER,DAIRY PACK WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF CARDBOARD COMPACTOR,INSIDE OF BAKERY PROOFING BOX.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA,MEAT PROCESSING AREA,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN STAFF BREAK ROOM & BAKERY PREP AREA,MISSING WALL TILES IN BAKERY PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN MAIN WALK IN FREEZER.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MEAT PROCESSING STOPPER HANDLE UNDERNEATH FAR LEFT COMPARTMENT IN POOR REPAIR & LEAKY BACK FLOW DEVICE AT DRAIN BOARD.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNITS IN MEAT/DELI PREP AREA,SALES FLOOR FOR MEATS UNITS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNITS IN MEAT/DELI PREP AREA,SALES FLOOR FOR MEATS UNITS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.