J & R Seafood
Last inspected: Nov 9, 2016
86
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at J & R Seafood, the earliest from 2013. The most recent report on file is from Nov 9, 2016. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at J & R Seafood since Nov 9, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited four times.
J & R Seafood's latest score of 86 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Nov 9, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Nov 2, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR THE SANITIZER USED AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OF FOR WASH CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE EXCESS ICE BUILD UP FROM INSIDE THE REACH IN FREEZER ACROSS FROM THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Oct 22, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED RAW FISH AT 63.6F AFTER BEING THAWED IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN A BASIN OF STANDING WATER. OBSERVED RAW SHRIMP AT 51.8F SITTING IN A CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE DRAINBOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20# OF FOOD WORTH $140. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE STAINLESS STEEL ICE SCOOP IN THE FOOD PREP AREA THAT IS IN DISREPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR OF REAR PREP COOLER.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED IN THE ICE BIN INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOPS OUTSIDE OF THE MACHINE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 7, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVERED SUCH AS TILAPIA,SHRIMP AND OTHER FISH. A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVERED NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED OR VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. CITATION ISSUED # 7-42-010(B).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REAR STORAGE COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Sep 6, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RAW PARTICLE BOARD BELOW THE ICE MACHINE AND THE CRATE UNDER THE HOT WATER HEATER ARE UNSANITARY, REPAIR AREAS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
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Sep 3, 2013
License
3 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IS LOCATED JUST OUTSIDE THE BATHROOM DOOR 30 FEET AWAY FROM THE KITCHEN, INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. IF INSTALLING BETWEEN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE MOP SINK INSTALL A BARRIER TO PROTECT FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: THE PEST CONTROL SERVICE DID NOT LEAVE A COMPLETE LOGBOOK WITH THE LICENSE INFORMATION, OBTAIN A COMPLETE LOGBOOK FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RAW PARTICLE BOARD BELOW THE ICE MACHINE AND THE CRATE UNDER THE HOT WATER HEATER ARE UNSANITARY, REPAIR AREAS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was J & R Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J & R Seafood on file is from Nov 9, 2016. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J & R Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at J & R Seafood.
Has J & R Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J & R Seafood have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at J & R Seafood means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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