Jerrys Supermarket
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2025
95
Score
Jerrys Supermarket in West Warwick, RI, has maintained a history of low-risk ratings across its seven recorded inspections. During the most recent inspection on February 12, 2025, the facility received a score of 95 with one minor violation noted regarding the cleanliness of non-food contact surfaces.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 12, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The nonfood contact surfaces of the unit for plastic wrapping was observed with an accumulation of food and debris. Unit to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
4-602.13
95
Aug 19, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer, knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Knives were taken to 3-bay, per PIC slicer has not been in use since last inspection. Slicer to be broken down washed, rinsed, and sanitized and covered to prevent contamination. Dirty knives should not be placed inside of clean knife rack.
4-601.11(A)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: The pipes in the ceiling were observed leaking onto cardboard on top of covered water bottles. Food shall be stored in a way to prevent potential contamination. PIC stated pallets will be moved from the pipes with leaks. Pipes will be fully sealed by end of summer.
3-307.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of ceiling in the walk-in freezer. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material. PIC stated new walk-in is being installed by end of summer.
4-101.17
82
Aug 5, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label. Sanitizers to be diluted with water and tested to ensure product is between 150-400 ppm.
7-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, deli slicer, produce knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All equipment was taken to 3-bay sink.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Deli meats in the deli cooler were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken was observed thawing on the a speed rack at room temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Product was moved to walk-in.
3-501.13
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bread was observed on a speed rack underneath a pipe that was actively dripping. Bread was relocated. Per PIC leak is being addressed. Food shall be stored in a manner to prevent contamination.
3-307.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a ceiling support in the frozen food walk-in freezer. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material. PIC stated new unit is in the process of being installed.
4-101.17
58
Sep 22, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following areas of the physical facilities were observed in poor repair at the time of re-inspection... - The built-in deli countertop was observed to be chipped/worn PIC to contact inspector with timeline for repairing/refinishing of the deli counter.
6-501.11
95
Sep 18, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: At the time of re-inspection, several assorted previously prepared meals in the Open Air Prepared Foods Cooler were observed held at 45 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit (See temperatures). Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection (See disposal).
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the Prepared Foods Open Air Cooler Unit located in the retail area was not in good repair. The unit was observed to be maintaining food temperatures on the second level shelf at 41 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit. All food items on the Second Level Level Shelf were relocated to colder refrigeration. Use of the Second Level Shelf for Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods is to be discontinued until proper and/or unit is serviced/repaired and proper cold holding temperatures can be verified.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following areas of the physical facilities were observed in poor repair at the time of re-inspection... - The built-in deli countertop was observed to be chipped/worn - The ceiling above the cookline area was observed to be leaking/dripping water (Raining at the time of inspection) onto a portion of the stove top. Use of the portion of the cookline area where water is actively dripping is to be discontinued while active leaking/dripping is occurring. Foods to be prepared at the cookline area are to be protected from possible contamination. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
78
Sep 5, 2023
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Several Prepared food items in the Prepared Foods Open Air Cooler Case were observed held at 45 to 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
Inspector notes: A container of Quaternary Ammonium Sanitizer used for sanitizing thermometers was observed to test above 400 parts per million. A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label (200 - 400 ppm).
7-204.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed to be in poor repair/improperly adjusted... - The bakery and frozen food walk-in freezer fan units were observed to have build-up of ice on tubing - The frozen Food walk-in freezer door was observed to have a torn gasket - The Open Air Prepared Foods Cooler was observed to not be maintaining proper temperature throughout the entire unit to maintain all foods at all locations within the unit at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. At the time of inspection, call was made for service (Technician to arrive same day). - The wall mounted Sanitizer Mixers at the 3 bay sinks were observed to dispense sanitizer greater than 400 ppm. Per the PIC, call was made for adjustment to wall mounted units. Manual testing of sanitizer strength is to be continued until serviced.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following areas of the physical facilities were observed in poor repair... - The Floor coating in the bakery/prepared foods kitchen was observed to be worn exposing bare concrete - The built-in deli countertop was observed to be chipped/worn The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Per the PIC, a work order is in place to have the Bakery floor cleaned/resurfaced/sealed within week of inspection as long as all materials are available.
6-501.11
67
Aug 23, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 19 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution used for storing thermometers in the Bakery/Prepared Foods Kitchen was observed to be in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label. (Thermometers were removed from sanitizer solution at the time of inspection.)
7-204.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3 bay sink in the meat room area was observed to have a clogged drain in the rinse/sanitizer portions of the sink. Drain is to be unclogged for proper drainage during use.
5-205.15
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation in the produce room is lacking a proper air gap. (At the time of inspection, the prep sink was observed to be equipped with an air break.) A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.
5-402.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Per interview of staff, slicers are only thoroughly washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the end of the day. The surfaces of equipment that contacts time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as meats and cheeses must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least every four hours. Procedures for proper washing/rinsing/sanitizing were reviewed at the time of inspection.
4-602.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the Meat Dept. Cold Room and the Produce Prep Room. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the hand-washing sink in the Meat Dept. Cold Room and the Produce Prep Room were lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Per interview if the staff, equipment and utensils in the bakery, deli, and meat areas are not sanitized after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher. Procedures for proper washing/rinsing/sanitizing were reviewed at the time of inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, vegetable peeler, and knives) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flying insects is not controlled as evidenced by an abundance of small flying insects observed in the back storage area(s). The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. PIC to notify pest control of flying insects and ensure flying insect control is included in the current pest control program.
6-501.111
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the Quaternary Ammonium and Chlorine sanitizing solutions for the 3 bay sinks throughout.
4-302.14
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor(s)/wall(s) in the following areas of the facility were observed to have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris... - The wall and floor near the fryer unit and the 3 bay sink in the prepared foods kitchen - The wall behind the 3 bay sink in the meat room The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, a person certified in food safety was no on site. The establishment is to have an on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. PIC to ensure that a person certified in food safety is on site for days when the RIDOH CFP Licensed Food Safety Mangers are not working.
2-102.12
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several food items held in refrigeration were observed held at 43 to 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Cold held Food items observed at 45 degrees Fahrenheit and higher were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. (See Temperatures and Disposal)
3-501.16(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the receiving area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, clean utensils in the bakery and prepared foods kitchen were observed stored in containers with dust/dirt/debris. Utensil storage containers are to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and to prevent possible contamination of clean utensils.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed to be in poor repair/improperly adjusted... - The bakery and frozen food walk-in freezer fan units were observed to have build-up of ice on tubing - The frozen Food walk-in freezer door was observed to have a torn gasket
4-501.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of a ceiling support in the frozen food walk-in freezer. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following were observed to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris at the time of inspection... - Prepared Foods Kitchen Hood Ventilation Filters - Fans shrouds to the ceiling mounted cold meat room cooler unit(s) - Bakery speed rack shelving and 3 bay sink - Deli wall counter shelving - Meat room hand sink and 3 bay sink - Meat room ceiling light shields
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the following areas of the physical facilities were observed in poor repair... - Ceiling tiles in the meat room were observed to be bubbling/peeling - The Produce wall was observed to have paint chipping/peeling - The Floor coating in the bakery/prepared foods kitchen was observed to be worn exposing bare concrete - The built-in deli countertop was observed to be chipped/worn The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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