WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD IN THE PREPARED FOODS SECTION NEAR PIZZA OVEN WITH DEEP GROOVES AND BLACK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME IN CAULK AND ON THE WALL AROUND THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME IN CAULK AND ON THE WALL AROUND THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

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.