Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART on .
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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2590173
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
Official inspection record
Inspection history
Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2586753
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2586432
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (HOT DOGS, ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES, ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
3
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
22
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS 3LBS OF HOT DOGS AT 54.1F, 3LBS OF CHEESE AT 55.3F AND 3LBS OF TURKEY BACON 54.5F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 9LBS AT $95. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
40
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
48
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCETS AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
Short Form ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2555214
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED PIC WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS GROUND BEEF & CHEESE SAUCE FOR CHIPS. INSTRUCTE MANAGER A VALID CERTIFED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC CRATES USED FOR ELEVATION. MUST PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING PURPOSES.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH POP CRATES AND SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2549546
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC CRATES USED FOR ELEVATION. MUST PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING PURPOSES.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED MULTIPLE LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET AND PIPE UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING TILE THROUGH OUT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH POP CRATES AND SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS.
64
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON NON-VACCINATED EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
Complaint Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2534633
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM; MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES ON SELLING FLOOR AND BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2534551
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM; MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES ON SELLING FLOOR AND BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
52
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: FOUND WASTE WATER ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED WASTE WATER OVERFLOWING FROM THE GREASE TRAP AT THE THREE COMP SINK ONTO THE FLOOR WHEN RUNNING WATER INTO THE SINK; MUST CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) ISSUED.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2510912
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST GLUE TRAPS BEING USED TO SEAL HOLES UNDER COUNTERS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ONLY ALLOW A CERTIFIED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE FACILITY FOR PREVENTION OF PEST AND INSECTS.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW EXPOSED WOOD UNDER PLASTIC SEALER MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TAPE, PAINT OR STAIN FOR EASE OF CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER IN FOOD PREP COLD HOLD UNIT, BEVERAGE WALK IN COOLER. ALSO REMOVE SODA CRATES AND ELEVATE ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR USING PROPER SHELVING THAT IS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WALLS IN FOOD PREP AREA WITH BUILD UP OF OIL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE, REMOVE TAPE AND PROVIDE SEALING BETWEEN COUNTER BASE AND WALL.
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROIVED ON SITE.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2374078
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATITON
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD ITALIAN BEEF(176.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2373912
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATITON
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD ITALIAN BEEF(176.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS 91.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
48
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT WATER TEMPERATURE 91.4F AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 110F WATER AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PROPER WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY 7-38-025
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TIILES IN PREP AND SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2373545
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATITON
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD ITALIAN BEEF(176.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS 89.8F-93.3F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
37
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED BAGS OF ICE DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN FREEZER AND NOT PROPERLY LABELED WITH BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS, NET WEIGHT, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL BAGS OF ICE.
45
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES AND UTENSILS NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON DISPLAY SHELVES IN SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TIILES IN PREP AND SALES AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS AND VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2268866
Location recorded for this inspection · 7 SEAS FOOD & MEAT MART · 6501 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
3
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND STORED ARTICLES AT REAR OF WALK-IN COOLER.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AT REAR OF WALK-IN COOLER IN CORNER. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
60
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #57 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2240871 DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2018. MUST CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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How results compare in ZIP 60637
172 of 213 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
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