WEST TOWN WINE & SPIRITS . Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ,SOAP AND TOWELS IN REAR PREP AREA WHERE ICE IS BAGGED ON PREMISES FOR SALE TO THE PUBLIC.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO 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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE ICE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.COS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A LIVE LARGE BROWN CAT SITTING ON COUNTER TOP AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.ALSO A PLASTIC BOWL OF WATER AND CAT FOOD ON FLOOR,A CARRYING CASE ON LOWER LIQUOR SHELF BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER,A BED & A CARDBOARD LITTER BOX ON FLOOR AT FRONT WINDOW BEHIND CHIP DISPLAY UNITS.MUST REMOVE LIVE CAT ,FOOD,CARRYING CASE,LITTER BOX FROM PREMISES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-40-060)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND 5- DOOR WINE COOLER AND FURNANCE,REAR AREA ON WOOD SHELVING UNITS AND UNDER LIQUOR PALLETS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO REAR HOT WATER TANK AND FURNANCE,BEHIND ATM MACHINE,INSIDE OF LIQUOR WALK IN COOLER ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER PALLETS,UNDER HAND SINK VANITY IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/31/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES AND WALLS IN REAR PREP /DISH WASHING AREA WHERE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED TO PROTECT FOODS.MUST REPLACE/INSTALL MISSING CEILING TILES AND WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING FAN GUARD COVERS IN BEER WALK IN COOLER.

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: MUST PROVIDE A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA WITH DRAIN BOARD.MUST INSTALL A 3- COMPARTMENT SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN A PROTECTED AREA OR REMOVE ICE MACHINE FROM PREMISES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025)

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP AND LOOSE CAT HAIRS FROM DISPLAY SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST CLEAN DIRT FROM MOP SINK BASIN.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN TOILET ROOM.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES, INCLUDING WALK IN BEER COOLER AND FREEZER.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES , IN BEER WALK IN COOLER AND SERVICE COUNTER,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR ON SALES FLOOR NEAR FRONT DOOR,DAMAGED WALL UNDER ELECTRICAL PANEL AND TOILET ROOM,TOILET ROOM DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES , IN BEER WALK IN COOLER AND SERVICE COUNTER,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR ON SALES FLOOR NEAR FRONT DOOR,DAMAGED WALL UNDER ELECTRICAL PANEL AND TOILET ROOM,TOILET ROOM DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.

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.