B J'S MARKET in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/14/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at B J'S MARKET during a routine inspection conducted on 04/14/2023.

The facility operates from 11601 W TOUHY AVE in Edison Park, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed a Slight Debris Accumulation Encrusted on the Interior of the Ice Machine.must Remove Debris, Detail Clean Inside Ice Machine/have Serviced and Maintain Ice Machine at All Times.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The second violation involved temperature control. Inspectors documented: Proper Cold Holding Temperatures - Comments: Observed (tcs Foods) at Improper Cold Holding Temperature Inside of the 2-door Cooler Located at Front Prep/service Area.observed Sliced Deli Meats Beef at 46.7 F and Hot Dogs at 48.3 F.all (tcs Foods) Must Be Held at Proper Holding Temperature of 41.0 F or Colder at All Times.management Voluntarily Discarded and Denatured Approximately 16#'s of Food Worth $70.00.priority Violation 7-38-005,citation Issued.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

The third violation related to hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Observed Stained Cutting Boards Stored on Shelf in the Rear 3-compartment Sink Area.instructed to Resurface or Replace the Cutting Boards and to Maintain.. 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 fourth violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Floors. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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 04/14/2023 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.