PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 26, 2013
Short Form Complaint
License #1678048
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED MEAT WALK-IN COOLER DOOR INTERIOR SURFACES IN POOR REPAIR (METAL SHEET WITH SHARP EDGES). INSTRUCTED TO FIX.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL EXPOSED HAND SINK AT PREP AND BEHIND SERVICE AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF CABINETS UNDERNEATH (3) HOT HOLDING (SELF SERVICE) UNIT WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD PARTICLES AND GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE AT BAKERY SECTION, INTERIOR SURFACES OF DAIRY DISPLAY COOLER WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE, INTERIOR SURFACES OF PASTRY/CAKE DISPLAY CASE WITH DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS, CABINET UNDERNEATH SELF SERVICE SEAFOOD BAR.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE UNDERNEATH BAKING EQUIPMENT/OVENS AT BAKERY SECTION.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT (4) EXPOSED HANDSINK AT DIFFERENT PREP AND SERVICE AREA.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT (4) EXPOSED HANDSINK AT DIFFERENT PREP AND SERVICE AREA.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection