SUPERMERCADO EL GUERO NO. 8 in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - SUPERMERCADO EL GUERO NO. 8 received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/17/2023.

Situated at 2101-2115 W CERMAK RD, the establishment is part of Lower West Side's active food service sector. The Lower West Side area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Found No Hand Washing Signage at Any Handwashing Sinks Located in Meat Prep Area. Handwashing Signage Must Be Posted at All Handwashing Sinks at All Times.. 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 second violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Found an Excessive Amount of Black Mold Like Substance Located on the Food Contact Surface of the Ice Machine(top Interior, Behind White Panel) . Instructed Manager to Clean, Sanitize, and Maintain. Priority Foundation Violation. 7-38-005. Citation Issued.. 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. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The third violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Found Built in Stopper Located in 3 Compartment Sink Broken. Sanitizer Basin Unable to Hold Water. Instructed Manager to Repair and 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Found All Cutting Boards in Meat Department Stained with Deep Grooves. Instructed Manager to Clean Sanitize and Maintain.. 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 fifth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Su. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

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 04/17/2023 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.