AZUCAR MORENA CA INC. in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/11/23

CHICAGO, IL - AZUCAR MORENA CA INC. received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/11/2023.

Situated at 2338 S KEDZIE AVE, the establishment is part of Little Village's active food service sector. The Little Village area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Management, Food Employee and Conditional Employee. Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The second violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Knowledge, Responsibilities and Reporting - Comments: Observed No Verifiable Employee Health Policy on Site at Time of Inspection. Left Template and Instructed to Maintain Copies of Verifiable Health Policy Signed By All Employees on Site at All Times. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-010. No Citation Issued.. Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The third violation involved pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Procedures for Responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events - Comments: Observed No Kit and Procedure on Site for Responding to Vomit and Diarrhea at Time of Inspection. Instructed to Maintain Kit Containing All Necessary Supplies Including a Sanitizer Rated As Effective Against Norovirus on Site at All Times. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005. No Citation Issued.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The fourth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The fifth violation regarded certified food protection manager. Inspectors documented: Facilities Maintained - Comments: Facility Does Not Have a Record of Any Contract with a Waste Disposal Company. Instructed Manager to Provide Proof of a Contract. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020 (b) No Citation Issued. The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Language barriers without proper training can lead to misunderstandings.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/11/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.