PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 29, 2022
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2348754
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED THE WOMEN AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM WITHOUT REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. THESE TOILET ROOMS ARE USED BY CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SAID HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN SAID LOCATIONS.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNITS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE UNITS THROUGHOUT THE DIFFERENT DEPARTMENTS OF THE FACILITY AND AT THE AMAZON COLD HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS WITH WORKING AND ACCURATE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN.
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: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNITS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE UNITS THROUGHOUT THE DIFFERENT DEPARTMENTS OF THE FACILITY AND AT THE AMAZON COLD HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS WITH WORKING AND ACCURATE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN.
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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CDPH Food Protection