SHEEBA MEAT & GROCERY in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/14/23

CHICAGO, IL - SHEEBA MEAT & GROCERY received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/14/2023.

Situated at 4307 W LAWRENCE AVE, the establishment is part of Irving Park's active food service sector. The Irving Park area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation concerned pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties - Comments: Observed No Person in Charge with Valid Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate. Instructed Manager to Designate Person in Charge During All Hours of Operation.. 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. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.

The second violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Observed No Certified Food Manager on Duty While Tcs Foods(raw Meat) Is Being Prepped and Handled. Must Be on Site at All Times.(priority Foundation 7-38-012)(citation Issued). 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The third violation related to sanitization. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: 4-101.19 Observed Meat Being Stored in Plastic Grocery Bags. Instructed Manager to Utilize Food Grade Bags for Storing Meat.. 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.

The fourth violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: 4-501.12 Observed Cutting Boards with Deeply Scratched Surfaces. Instructed Manager to Resurface or Replace Cutting Boards.. 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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The fifth violation involved sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: 6-501.11 Observed Hole Around Toilet. 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.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

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.