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Alain Locke Charter Academy

3141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612

School ZIP 60612 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Sep 9, 2026

Alain Locke Charter Academy was last inspected on September 9, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

September 9, 2026 · Canvass

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical2 general
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures for tcs foods at the time of the inspection. Found two packages of turkey deli meat (44.6f), turkey deli sandwiches (47.8f-49.1f), colby jack cheese sticks (50.1f). Instructed all cold holding foods must be 41f or below. Approximately 16lbs at $99 worth of product discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005, no citation issued

    Official wording (code 22)

    Proper cold holding temperatures

  • GeneralFood temperature

    Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

    Inspector’s note: Observed two door cooler near two door freezer unit at 48.0f. Instructed all cold holding units must reach 41f or below and maintain. Manager on site adjusted temperature and cooler reache 39.4f before the conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued

    Official wording (code 33)

    Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed a blown out light bulb in the two-door refrigerator near the freezer chest in the rear prep/didhwashign area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

21 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in between coolers and othe equipment in the kitchen.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  3. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing cleanser at handwashing sinks in the unisex bathrooms in the cafeteria. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with hand cleaning liquid at all times. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation, 7-38-030-(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed right handsink in the third and first floor girls bathrooms in disrepair. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  5. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sink in the cafeteria where lunches are being served at the serving line. Instructed management that a handwashing sink must be located to allow convenient use by employees in all food dispensing areas (serving line). Must install a handwashing sink in said area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found heavy dirt accumulation on the floors in both unisex cafeteria washrooms. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide ventilation above oven in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sink in the cafeteria where lunches are being served at the serving line. Instructed management that a handwashing sink must be located to allow convenient use by employees in all food dispensing areas (serving line). Must install a handwashing sink in said area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found the outside dumpster without a tight-fitting cover; the metal rim of the dumpster is warped and prevents closure. Instructed management to repair the dumpster rim so that the lid is tight-fitting and trash is inacessible to pests. Priority foundation violation 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: Found heavy dirt accumulation on the floors in both unisex cafeteria washrooms. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide ventilation above oven in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as fully cooked prepackaged spaghetti with meat sauce ranging from 51.8f-54.5f inside of 2- door reach in cooler. Product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Appx 205 lbs..$200.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Obserevd improper temperature of 2- door reach in cooler at 54.7f with tcs foods stored inside.a held for inspection tag has been placed on unit.once repaired email letter when ready.must have cold holding unit at 41.0f or below.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • 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 west wing door must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must cover or seal openings at all hand sinks in toilet rooms were soap dispenser used to be and remove trash build up stored inside of them all.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a garbage can with lids in unisex 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 repair or replace damaged floor tile in pre-k 123 and carpet tile in pre-k 122 in between cabinets,loose wall base in lunch room.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint peeling paint on ceiling at serving line,lunch room and pillars at wall and pre-k 122.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide ventilation above oven in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide shatter proof bulbs or light shields with end caps in pre-k room 122 & 123 and end caps on light shields on serving line in lunch room.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical 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 and diarrhea supplies on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unglued base board coving near 3 compartment sink. Instructed to enclose and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificates for all food employees. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed a food handling employee without food handler certificate available onsite. Must provide proof of training for all employees.

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the base of the right faucet on the 3-compartment sink in prep area. Must maintain.

  12. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found the washbowls in the toilet rooms by the cafeteria in need of recaulking. Instructed to recaulk and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found the floors in the corners and under/around all the heavy equipment in the prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove excessive debris, dirt/dust and maintain floors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace/provide missing ceiling tiles to the ceiling in the dining area. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the leak at the base of the right faucet on the 3-compartment sink. Maintain same.

  13. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Poor hygienic practices: observed employee putting on gloves without any handwashing. Instructed to properly wash hands before putting on gloves, touching body, multi-tasking, etc. Critical violation 7-38-010(a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Wash and rinse water: clean and proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Found no hot water at the 3-compartment sink per the city code. Water temperature was 65.6f. Instructed to have hot water at sink at all times. Critical violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found the washbowls in the toilet rooms by the cafeteria in need of recaulking. Instructed to recaulk and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found the floors in the corners and under/around all the heavy equipment in the prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove excessive debris, dirt/dust and maintain floors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace/provide missing ceiling tiles to the ceiling in the dining area. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the leak at the base of the right faucet on the 3-compartment sink. Maintain same.

  14. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 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 chipped and peeling paint on the ceiling above the food service line. Must scrape and repaint the ceiling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: End caps are missing from the light shields and light fixtures above the food service line. Must install end caps for all light fixtures.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the broken hot water handle at the handwashing sink in the 3rd floor girl's washroom. Repair the leaking toilet in the 3149 building 1st floor unisex washroom.

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Facilities do not maintain proper temperature. Observed the milk cooler with an air temperature of 48f. The milk cooler was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as milk. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperature inside of the milk cooler. Observed milk at 46f inside of the milk cooler. Management voluntarily discarded 600 (1/2) pints of milk with an approximate weight of 300# and value of $144. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Improper water temperature provided at the sanitizing compartment of the 3 compartment sink. The water temperature inside of the sanitizing compartment was at 98f, when the manufacturer recommends a water temperature of 65-75f. Management instructed to drain sink and refill with proper water temperature. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure

      Inspector’s note: An inadequate supply of hot water is available at the 3 compartment sink in the food preparation area. Hot water was at 85-98f at the 3 compartment sink during the inspection. Management instructed to provide an adequate supply of hot water above 110f at all times for proper dishwashing. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed chipped and peeling paint on the ceiling above the food service line. Must scrape and repaint the ceiling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: End caps are missing from the light shields and light fixtures above the food service line. Must install end caps for all light fixtures.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the broken hot water handle at the handwashing sink in the 3rd floor girl's washroom. Repair the leaking toilet in the 3149 building 1st floor unisex washroom.

  16. 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: Floors need cleaning under crates and shelving in the dry storage room along the wall base and in corners to remove debris.

    • 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 in the dry storage room. Must scrape peeling paint and repaint. Walls must be smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted leaky faucets at the 3 compartment sink and the exposed hand sink. Must repair and maintain.

  17. No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Loose rubber gasket at door of one refrigeration unit in kitchen; reseal or replace gasket.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous violation was corrected from jan. 2011. Lower wallbase in basement washroom has peeling paint and is in poor repair; provide a wall coving and remove peeling paint. (engineer states damage came from flooding in basement).

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 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. PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED FROM APRIL 20, 2010. AT THIS TIME I OBSERVED A FEW SINKS IN STUDENTS WASHROOMS THAT ARE LOOSE FROM BASE OF WALL; MUST SEAL WHERE NEEDED.

    • 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. PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED FROM APRIL 20, 2010. AT THIS TIME A LEAK WAS OBSERVED FROM UNDER THIRD COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT BASE OF PIPE; REPAIR.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Any exposed sinks that are pulling away from the walls, in most bathrooms, must be re-caulked /sealed to the wall, to prevent pest harborage.

    • 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. Missing ceiling tiles at first floor girls bathroom must be replaced & any water -damaged ceiling must be changed.

    • 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. Observed some condensation water on floor to the left of upright/single door cooler in kitchen, must address.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.