Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 1, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 1, 2024 · Original Source
Grocery Store · Chicago, IL
Trader Joe's East
44 E Ontario St
Last inspected Apr 1, 2024 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Quick Answers
- When was Trader Joe's East last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 1, 2024. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 4 inspections on record, from Dec 27, 2023 to Apr 1, 2024.
- Has Trader Joe's East ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 27, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspectionsShort Form Complaint
Mar 25, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 10 SMALL DARK WINGED FLIES IN DEMO KITCHEN IN REAR OF FACILITY. OBSERVED SMALL FLIES ON WALLS, BOXES, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND SIDE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN OTHER AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 3/25/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 25, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 5, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 27, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AGREEMENTS ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s Notes
UNABLE TO LOCATE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF DISPLAY DAIRY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED VARIOUS ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS. ALL SAID ITEMS SHOULD BE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 27, 2023 · Original Source