PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
TRADER JOE'S EAST Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 15, 2017
Complaint
License #1592120
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: FOUND A BROKEN AND CRACKED LIGTH SHIELD COVER ABOVE THE SPICES AISLE. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND A NON-WORKING EXHAUST VENT INSIDE THE UNISEX RESTROOM ON THE LEFT SIDE.MUST 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 #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: FOUND FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER AT THE FOOD SAMPLING AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBERS AT FOOD PREP AREAS.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: FOUND FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER AT THE FOOD SAMPLING AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBERS AT FOOD PREP AREAS.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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