FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
TRADER JOE'S EAST Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 4, 2016
Canvass
License #1277005
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK NOT PROVIDED FOR CURRENT PEST CONTROL SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WRITTEN LOG OF PEST CONTROL SERVICES ON SITE AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE, WITH VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MARSCAPONE CHEESE SAMPLES) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE HANDLED, WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE, WITH VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MARSCAPONE CHEESE SAMPLES) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE HANDLED, WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection