ZAYNS MARKET & DELI INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE ON PREMISES. SIXTY MOUSE DROPPINGS FOUND ON THE FLOOR OF THE WASHROOM, ADDITIONAL DROPPINGS (OVER FIFTY) FOUND ALONG THE WALL BASE BEHIND THE COUNTER, DESK AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, UNDER SHELVES ON THE SELLING FLOOR AND BEHIND OTHER EQUIPMENT (REFRIGERATION UNITS, ATM MACHINE) ON THE SELLING FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS; HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. A SMALL 1/4 OPENING WAS OBSERVED UNDERNEATH THE REAR EXIT DOOR; SEAL OPENING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM JANUARY 20, 2016 AS DESCRIBED: #33 MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND THE TOILET IN THE WASHROOM. #34 MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST ALSO REMOVE CARPET AND MAKE THE SALES FLOOR SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #35 MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM, ABOVE THE SALES FLOOR AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS AROUND THE WASHROOM WASHBOWL. #38 MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION COVER IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. #41 MUST REMOVE CLUTTER,UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND OTHER DEBRIS IN THE WASHROOM, ON THE SALES FLOOR, IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. MUST PROPERLY MAINTAIN AREAS AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AS REQUIRED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.