Hammond House

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. May 31, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

2. May 4, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed no thermometers inside the refrigeration units on site, conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of the equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

3. May 1, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report # 2574701 dated on 04/21/2023 not corrected. #38 observed no up to date pest control logbook on site at the time of the inspection of the required information. Records of visits, copy of service ticket that sets forth pest control idph license number was not presented at the time of the inspection. Must provide and maintain all required pest control records and documents. #54 observed the outdoor garbage receptacle overflowing and unable to properly close the lids. Instructed to ensure the outdoor receptacle lids are closed and tight fitting, in order to prevent food source for pest. Priority 7-42-090, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed no thermometers inside the refrigeration units on site, conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of the equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while the time/temperature control for safety foods (sausage) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

4. Apr 21, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   4 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers inside the refrigeration units on site, conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of the equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the thermometer on site not able to turn on. Instructed to repair or replace said thermometer and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

     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 no pest control logbook on site at the time of the inspection with the required information. Records of visits, copy of service ticket that sets forth pest control idph license number was not presented at the time of the inspection. Must provide and maintain all required pest control records and documents. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), citation issued

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the outdoor garbage receptacle overflowing and unable to properly close the lids. Instructed to ensure the outdoor receptacle lids are closed and tight fitting, in order to prevent food source for pest. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b), citation issued.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while the time/temperature control for safety foods (eggs) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

5. Mar 23, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign at the food prep area hand washing sink and in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

6. Jun 14, 2021 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic has no valid city of chicago sanitation certificate.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty/site while tcs foods are being prepared, handled and served such a tuna. Instructed manager that a city certified manager must be onsite/duty at all time. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

7. Jan 31, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical5 general Show violations

   • 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 kitchen.must provide and maintain.

     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 an appx."1/2" gap along bottom of front door.must make door tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard in between hand sink and 2- compartment sink in kitchen.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must provide lids for garbage cans in toilet rooms.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on walls in dining area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must elevate boxes off of floor in rear storage area near kitchen.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Jul 11, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · 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: No employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. 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: No vomit or diarrhea procedure on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and no citation issued maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed toilet paper, paper towels and foam cups in boxes store on the floor. Instructed to store properly 6 inches or more from the floor and maintain

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Found no back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to prov ide and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing light bulbs in the front entrance and the kitchen area. Instructed to provide and maintain

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

9. Jun 7, 2018 No Entry

   Canvass Re-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

10. May 31, 2018 Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Violation not corrected from previous inspection 2170205 performed on 5-24-18. Observed High temperature dishwasher gauges cock not functioning properly on dishwashing machine, facility has no accurate thermometers/test strips. Must repair, obtain and maintain. Critical Violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: Violation not corrected moved to #14

11. May 24, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink not easily accessible during active food prep, items stored inside hand sink (raw frozen chicken in bag, package of frozen alfrado sauce). Hand sink must remain free from items and easily accessible for hand washing,food handler removed items from hand sink. Critical Violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed refuse storage area not clean and containers not covered/rodent proof; outside refuse receptacle overflowing and lids are in disrepair. Must clean, rodent proof and maintain refuse containers and area. Serious Violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Observed no City of Chicago Sanitation Certificate posted or Certified City of Chicago Food Manager on site when potentially hazardous food are prepared and served. Obtain, Post and maintain City of Chicago Certification; Sanitation Certified Food Manager must be on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared. Serious Violation 7-38-012(a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: Observed High temperature dishwasher gauges cock not functioning properly on dishwashing machine, facility has no accurate thermometers/test strips. Must repair, obtain and maintain. Serious Violation 7-38-030

12. Sep 28, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Dry storage bins not labeled. Instd to label same.

13. Sep 8, 2017 No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

14. Mar 9, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · 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: Clean floor in kitchen area of food spills along floor base at 2-comp sink.

15. Mar 31, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted a leak at the base of the faucet of the 2 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide and maintain an additional exposed hand sink for hand washing only.