TRADER JOE'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA.OBSERVED OUT DATED PREPACKAGED PASTRIES,BREADS,JAR FOODS IN PLASTIC BAGS AND BOXES INSIDE OF SEVERAL GROCERY CARTS THAT IS DONATED TO A LOCAL SHELTER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE THEM IN A SANITARY LOCATION UNTIL IT CAN BE PICKED UP.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT ENTRY SLIDING DOORS HAS A APPX."1" GAP IN CENTER BOTTOM AND EXIT SLIDING DOORS HAS A APPX. "1-2" DOWN THE CENTER.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.(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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE FOOD DEMOSTRATION(OPEN CHIPS,CUTTING OF ONIONS,GUACOMOLA,PEPPERS,ETC.)ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED AT THIS TIME.MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE TRIM OF COUNTER ABOVE 1- COMP SINK IN BREAKROOM.

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 DEBRI FROM REACH IN COOLER AND LOWER CABINETS IN PREP AREA,CASHIER BOOTHS SHELVING UNITS,DUSTY BREAD SHELVES,MEAT & DAIRY VENTS AT DISPLAY UNITS,DAIRY WALK IN COOLER FANGUARD COVERS,INTERIOR OF MOPSINK BASIN,DELI WALK IN COOLER FANGUARD COVERS,BREAKROOM COUNTER TOPS AND MICROWAVE.

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 DEBRI FROM FLOOR IN PREP AREA,ON SALES FLOOR NEAR COFFEE GRINDER,DAIRY,DELI & WALK IN FREEZER,BREAKROOM AND REAR STORAGE AREA.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR ABOVE PRODUCE DISPLAY AREA,LOOSE CEILING VENT IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL VENTILATION VENTS ON SALES FLOOR,UPPER WALL PANEL IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR ABOVE PRODUCE DISPLAY AREA,LOOSE CEILING VENT IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL VENTILATION VENTS ON SALES FLOOR,UPPER WALL PANEL IN DAIRY WALK IN COOLER.

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.