Pass

Saint Gall School

5515 S Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60629

School ZIP 60629 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Apr 27, 2026

Saint Gall School was last inspected on April 27, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.

Latest inspection

April 27, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed build up of debris in corners of kitchen area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain all areas.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

20 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No hot running water at designated handwash sink in prep area, ranging from 70.2f-74.8f. No hot running water at handwash sinks in female students toilet rooms lower level, 75.2f. Instd to provide 100f-120f at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Missing cover for receptacles in unisex staff and female student toilet rooms. Instd to provide covers for receptacles and maintain

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Non used gas stove on site. (premises uses convection oven). Instd to remove gas stove from premises

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical9 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink in prep area. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer for both refrigerators in pre- k rooms 5 & 6. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx. :1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of double front doors.must make doors tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from cubbies and shelving units in pre-k room 5 & 6.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in girl's lower level toilet room,low cold water pressure at hand sink in pre-k room #5 hand sink in class room.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a lid on garbage can in staff toilet room.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing wall base under 3- compartment sink & pre- k room #5.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in prep -k room #5 & 6.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood at oven in prep area. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light shields in lunch room and pre- k rooms.must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid certified food managers certificate posted to view.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed light not shielded in student dining room. Instructed to shield.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  8. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  9. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Mice droppings noted in the following areas: over 20 droppings noted scattered on shelves and gnawed storage box with nesting material in box in ccd storage room, over 40 mice droppings noted on shelves and floor in music/library storage closet, 5 droppings along wallbase in corner in after school room, over 15 droppings along wallase in storage closet in pre k room 5, and 4 droppings in storage closet pre k room 6. Clutter and stock on floor noted in all storage closets. Instd to remove droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas, remove clutter and elevate all stock 6 inches. Violation 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of milk cooler not clean, excessive debris. Instd to clean and maintain.

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling in the kitchen peeling paint, instructed to removeand reseal.

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of cabinets to remove debris. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Faucet on 2 compartment sink in need of repair. Low water pressure. Must correct and maintain at all times.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the oven not clean, instructed to clean.

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: In the kitchen the interior of all storage cabinets in prep area need detailed cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Some clutter in the pre-kindergarden classrooms closets. Instructed to clean and organize so no insect or rodent harborage.

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide internal thermometers for coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Extreme clutter in library/music storage room, unable to access all areas. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and organize area. All stock to be elevated 6 inches.

  15. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  16. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation from 12/18/12 (1300965) not corrected. 19- outside garbage area not clean or maintained, dumpsters without lids and exposed trash. Instd to provide proper dumpsters with tight fitting lids. Citation issued 7-42-090 critical. Instd to provide alternative meal source. 48-hour notice issued.

  17. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 50 mice droppings scattered in the following areas: on floor in storage closets in room 5 & 6, in storage rooms across from prep area and in cabinets under sink in prep area. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize all areas. No licensed pest control logbook or proof of service. Instd to provide same. Main entrance double doors not rodent proof, approx. 1/4 inch at bottom of doors. Instd to rodent proof same and have tight fitting. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not clean or maintained, overflowing dumpsters with exposed trash. Also, no lids on dumpsters. Instd to clean and maintain same area, have dumpsters covered with tight-fitting lids. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Interior of all storage cabinets in prep area need detailed cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Stock on floor in storage closets. Instd to elevate all stock 6 inches.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Internal thermometers needed for all coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints. Instd to do so.

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

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