PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
March 31, 2020
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License #2348754
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED DISHWASHER IN BAKERY/PREPARED FOODS AREA TOUCHING DIRTY DISHES, PUTTING DISHES THROUGH CONVEYER BELT THEN GRABBING CLEAN DISHES AND STORING THEM ON SHELVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, DISHWASHER MUST WASH HANDS AFTER TOUCHING DIRTY DISHES BEFORE GRABBING THE CLEAN, SANITIZED DISHES ON THE OTHER END. ADVISED MANAGER ANOTHER OPTION IS TO HAVE ONE PERSON ON EACH END OF CONVERYER BELT TO PREVENT ANY CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-010.
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #25
MINOR
Violation Details
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT MISSING ON MENU. MUST PROVIDE DISCLOSURE STATING, "THESE FOOD ITEMS CAN BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED." ALSO MUST PROVIDE AN ASTERIK ON THE FOOD ITEMS THAT CAN BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED (HAMBURGER). PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Food Code Requirement
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11(C)
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANGING THERMOMETER IN COOLER WHERE BOURBON CHICKEN WINGS ARE BEING STORED ACROSS FROM MEAT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANGING THERMOMETER IN COOLER WHERE BOURBON CHICKEN WINGS ARE BEING STORED ACROSS FROM MEAT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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