PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 16, 2024
Complaint
License #2488666
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD BOXES AND BOXES OF EGGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE DAIRY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED HANDLES OF SCOOPS IN THE LOWER LEVEL COFFEE BAR AREA TO BE STORED IN CONTACT WITH THE FROZEN FRUITS IN ITS CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SCOOPS TO MINIMIZE CONTACT WITH CONTENT OF STORAGE CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH LIQUID SPILLAGE ON THE BOTTOM SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER SHELVES FREE FROM SPILLAGE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN SANDWICH PREPARATION AREA TO BE LOOSE, BUT STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE FACUET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN SANDWICH PREPARATION AREA TO BE LOOSE, BUT STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE FACUET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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