Annunciata School

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Oct 10, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: All sponges being used in prep kitchen are in need of replacing more often instructed to correct and maintain

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

2. Sep 4, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not funcioning properly at hand washing sinks in lower level, first and second floor washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom front entrance and exit doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

3. Jul 31, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

4. Mar 28, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical2 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER,SOAP & TOWELS.OBSERVED PLASTIC BASKETS BEING USED TO STORE FRUIT AND PREPACKAGED CONDIMENTS THAT NEEDS TO BE WASHED AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK ASKED MANAGER HOW SHE CLEANS THE BASKETS AND SHE STATES AT THE 3- COMPARMENT SINK.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER AT HAND SINKS IN BASEMENT UNISEX,1ST & 2ND FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN UNISEX AND GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE STOVE IN KITCHEN IF IT'S 75KW'S OR MORE A HOOD IS NEEDED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

5. Mar 24, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Must adjust faucet handles to stay on longer at hand sinks in basement unisex,1st & 2nd fl. Boy's & girl's toilet rooms.must repair or replace slow drain at hand sink in 1st fl. Girl's.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sinks in prep/dish washing area must install hand sink with hot & cold running water,soap & towels.observed plastic baskets being used to store fruit and prepackaged condiments that needs to be washed at 3- compartment sink asked manager how she cleans the baskets and she states at the 3- comparment sink.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs in basement boy's & unisex toilet room,2nd fl. Boy's & teacher's .must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

     Inspector’s note: Observed hot running water temperature at hand sinks in basement unisex toilet room at 91.4f and no hot running water at another sink in same,1st fl. (boy's)93.2f at both & 1st fl. (girl's)95.7f-96.3f.2nd. Fl. (boy's)91.4f & no cold running water at same sink and 2nd fl. (girl's) at 90.7f-90.9f. Must provide hot running water at 100.0f and provide cold running water at said sinks.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 50)

     Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no garbage can with lid in unisex and girl's toilet rooms must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in pre-k rooms 106 & 107.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in kitchen if it's 75kw's or more a hood is needed.must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6. May 20, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed front entrance door not tight fitting and rodent proofed with a one inch gap at the bottom of both doors. Instructed to make said door tight fitting and rodent proofed.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

7. May 21, 2021 Conditional

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies on site to properly respond to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

8. May 14, 2021 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(o) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies on site to properly respond to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed no up to date pest control service report on site. Instructed to provide an up to date pest control service report from a licensed pest control operator. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

9. Mar 12, 2019 Conditional

   Recent Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies (disposable mask, disposable gloves, disposable mop, adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site for vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the faclity. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 observed food serving tables located under sewer pipes located in the basement lunchroom. Instructed to place food serving tables away from any possible contamination.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed food handler without a hair restraint. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed some wall surfaces not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Feb 28, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies (disposable mask, disposable gloves, disposable mop, adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site for vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the faclity. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-202.12(a) observed multiple hand washing sinks located in the 1st and 2nd floor men's and 1st and 2nd floor ladies toilet rooms at hot water temperatures ranging from 70f-88f during the inspection. Instructed to increase hot water at all of the said hand washing sinks to at least 100f at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 observed food serving tables located under sewer pipes located in the basement lunchroom. Instructed to place food serving tables away from any possible contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed food handler without a hair restraint. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.13 observed no commercial outside dumpster on site. Instructed to provide a commercial outside dumpster. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(b).

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed some wall surfaces not smooth and easily cleanable in the food prep area. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

11. Feb 27, 2018 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 peeling paint on the ceiling of the girls washroom in the basement and cracked paint on the ceiling of the girls washroom on the second floor above the toilets; remove peeling and cracked paint and repaint where needed.

12. Apr 6, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors in the kitchen area,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove clutter from the rear storage area,to prevent rodent harborage

13. Feb 25, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted the interior of the 2 door cooler dirty. Must clean to remove spills and debris. Also clean counter tops and storage shelving.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor dirty in the following area: the kichen, lunch room office and in the pre-k class room. Must clean to remove debris and/or spills.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted peeling paint on the kitchen walls. Must remove and repaint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted clutter in the kitchen. Must organize for cleaning and pest monitoring purposes.

14. May 11, 2015 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Wash and rinse water: clean and proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: The above has no hot running water at the 3 compartment sink,temperature of water 86.9f,should be at least 110.f,instructed to repair

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floors in the kitchen area,along wall base and corners

15. Jun 19, 2014 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interiors of white refrigerator and oven in kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along the bases of the walls and in corners in all student washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean dirt and debris from window sils in big dining area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Hot water faucets in all student washrooms must be replaced with faucets that run independedntly for at least 15 seconds.

16. May 12, 2014 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: 2-door reach-in cooler not maintaining adequate temperature, air temp recorded at 47.1f. Instructed to remove all product found at improper temperatures. Unit tagged held for inspection, instructed to discontinue use and have unit serviced. Must contact cdph and request re-inspection of unit once repaired priior to use. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Milk found at 47.8f and 46.6f, spaghetti w/ meat found at 48.7f. All potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at and stored in coolers at 40 degrees or below. All product found at improper temperatures voluntarily discarded. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interiors of white refrigerator and oven in kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along the bases of the walls and in corners in all student washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean dirt and debris from window sils in big dining area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Hot water faucets in all student washrooms must be replaced with faucets that run independedntly for at least 15 seconds.

17. Apr 18, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

18. Apr 19, 2012 Pass

    CANVASS SCHOOL/SPECIAL EVENT · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN JANITOR CLOSETS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

19. May 23, 2011 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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OBSERVED PEELING PAINT IN THE MAIN KITCHEN BRHIND THE STOVE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESEAL.

20. Dec 3, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS OF DEBRIS IN ALL JANITOR CLOSETS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAIR LOWER WALL IN JANITOR CLOSET/STORAGE AREA ADJUCENT TO PREP AREA-OPEN TO PREVENT A HIDING AREA FOR PEST.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THEROMETER FOR FOOD HANDLER.

21. Mar 24, 2010 Conditional

    Consultation · Pass w/ Conditions

    No violations

22. Mar 15, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST ELEVATE ALL STOCK ITEMS OFF THE FLOORS ATLEAST 6" AND DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT ABOVE REACH-IN COOLER BY ENTRANCE IN CAFETERIA OFFICE. MUST REPLACE RUBBER WALL BASE IN STORAGE AND UNDER 3-COMP. SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST FIX ALL FAUCETS IN ALL WASHROOMS SO THAT WATER STAYS ON/OPEN (ATLEAST 20 SECONDS) FOR ADEQUATE HANDWASHING.