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PASS Risk 1 (High)

WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

WHOLE FOODS MARKET (AKA: WHOLE FOODS/ KIKA SUSHI) 1 N HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60661 Grocery Store
January 10, 2024 Complaint License #2320019
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 10, 2024. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violation Categories

🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Food Temperature 🚫 Handwashing Violations 🚫 Plumbing Issues 🚫 Rodent Activity

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

2
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Slow drainage at Hand wash sink for the deli station, Instructed to repair plumbing and maintain.
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 #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Slow drainage at Hand wash sink for the deli station, Instructed to repair plumbing and maintain.
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

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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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections