INTERNATIONAL FOODS NW INC in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/13/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at INTERNATIONAL FOODS NW INC during a routine inspection conducted on 04/13/2023.

Located at 4404 W FULLERTON AVE in the Logan Square area, the establishment serves the local community. The Logan Square neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

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

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Management, Food Employee and Conditional Employee. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The second violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Knowledge, Responsibilities and Reporting - Comments: Observed No Written Employee Health Policy on the Premises. Management Instructed to Have a Signed Employee Health Policy for Each Employee. Priority Foundation Violation. 7-38-010. Citation Issued.. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The third violation concerned hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Soap at Hand Sink Located at Rear Meat Prep Area. Instructed to Provide Soap at Hand Washing Sink at All Times to Wash Hands. Priority Foundation Violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation Issued. Employee Provided Soap at Hand Sink.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The fourth violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Paper Towels at Hand Washing Sink Located at Front and Rear Meat Prep Areas. Must Provide Paper Towels at Hand Sink at All Times to Properly Dry Hands. Priority Foundation Violation. 7-38-030(c). See Above for Citation.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The fifth violation concerned hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Employee Hand Wa. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/13/2023 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.