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WHOLE FOODS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WHOLE FOODS 6020 N CICERO AVE, CHICAGO 60646 Grocery Store
January 28, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1678035
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR CRACKED GASKET AROUND ICE MACHINE DOOR IN SEAFOOD/MEAT AREA.--------MUST CLEAN AND RESEAL AROUND DIPPER WELL IN CAF� AREA
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MEAT DISPLAY COOLER AND BEHIND PANEL WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS IN MEAT PREP/SERVING AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN CAF� AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE IN MAIN DISH ROOM, INTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLDING AND COLD HOLDING STORAGE CABINET IN MIDDLE AISLE, LIGHT SHIELDS WITH FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE SALAD DISPLAY COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EXPOSED HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAKERY PREP AREA, STORAGE SHELVES IN MEAT AND SEAFOOD SECTION.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS WITH BUILD-UP IN MAIN KITCHEN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE, MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE IN CAF� AREA, FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PRODUCE PREP 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION AROUND CAF� PREP AREA.---------MUST SEAL HOLES ON WALL AROUND MEAT PREP AREA
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION AROUND CAF� PREP AREA.---------MUST SEAL HOLES ON WALL AROUND MEAT PREP AREA
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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