Fail

Rosenwald Elementary

2601 W 80th ST, Chicago, IL 60652

School ZIP 60652 Risk 1 (High)

Failed · as of Aug 28, 2026

Rosenwald Elementary was last inspected on August 28, 2026 with a result of “Fail”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

August 28, 2026 · Canvass

Fail

Result: Fail

1 critical2 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water throughout annex building handsinks in toilet rooms in classrooms and girls washroom (70.0f) instructed person in charge to provide hot running water 100f-110f at all times and maintain. Also provide better water pressure. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

    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 the rear inside screen door not tight fitting on the sides and top to prevent possible entry point for pest. Must seal.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the floors in the prep area with peeling paint. Noted floors in the rear dry storage area under shelving dirty and floors in need of cleaning. Must repair, clean and maintain all areas noted.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

24 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt, debris and slime build up at the drain of the three compartment sink and other floor drains in need of a detail cleaning throughout facility. Instructed to clean and maintain all.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt and small debris on the floor under the shelving of the walk in freezer unit. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the drain pipe of the sanaitizing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the staff toilet room in the annex building with covered trash receptacle. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the lower shelving under the units across from the three compartment sink with a build up of dirt and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. 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: Door 6 not rodent proof/protected, approx. 1/4 inch gap at bottom and side of door. Instd to repair and maintain door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing covered receptacle in lunchroom employee restroom and annex building second floor employee restroom. Instructed to 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: Instructed to detail clean and maintain rear stairway at dry storage pantry to remove dead insects and dirt build-up. Recommended to increase cleaning frequency and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water throughout annex building handsinks in toilet rooms in classrooms and girls washroom (70.0f) instructed person in charge to provide hot running water 100f-120f at all times and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) no 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 multiple washrooms throughout facility with no handwashing signage. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several out of use items in rear dry storage. Instructed person in charge to organze and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors in prep area and in front of serving line in poor repair. Cement broken and chipping, floor peeling. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  8. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago sanitation certificate on premises during re-inspection. Instructed to comply. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  9. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 10 FROM REPORT #2261957 DATED FEBRUARY 14, 2019 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HAND SINK AND MAINTAIN. 5-205.11 OBSERVED HAND SINK ADJACENT TO THE SERVING LINE, NEXT TO THE WARE WASHING MACHINE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED THAT THE HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE SERVING LINE MUST BE WORKING PROPERLY WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE, AND WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago sanitation certificate on premises during re-inspection. Instructed to comply. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  10. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED HAND SINK ADJACENT TO THE SERVING LINE, NEXT TO THE WARE WASHING MACHINE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED THAT THE HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE SERVING LINE MUST BE WORKING PROPERLY WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE, AND WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk creates used for food storage shelves, instructed to provide additional storage for supplies in rear storage.

  12. 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: Observed the front ovens not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor in the kitchen prep area, instructed to repair.

  13. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  14. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at the students restroom hand washing sinks. Hot water is(77.4f-80.1f). Instructed to provide hot water at 85.0f for all restroom hand washing sinks. Serious violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations originally documented on march 6, 2015 not corrected. Observed two lights not working under cooking hood, instructed to replace. Serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service paper food trays stored on the floor under the table. Instructed to store all single service food items 6 inches above the floor.

  15. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 2 door oven interior not clean, instructed to clean, also observed the cutting board not clean,instructed to clean and sanitize

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dusty filters under kitchen hood, instructed to clean

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed two lights not working under cooking hood, instructed to replace

  16. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Upon inspection violation not corrected there is garbage bags on top of the dumpster at this time. Instructed to provide additional dumpster or additional pick up of trash to twice a week. Critical violation.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Moved up to violation 14. Critical

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 2 door oven interior not clean, instructed to clean, also observed the cutting board not clean,instructed to clean and sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dusty filters under kitchen hood, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed two lights not working under cooking hood, instructed to replace.

  17. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the outside dumpsters overflowing, trash bags piled up lids not closing, and the cardboard boxes are not broken down(toilet paper etc.) lids not closed.instructed to place garbage bags properly so the lids can close and cut down all boxes and close lids. May need additional service or dumpster. Serious violation.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 2 door oven interior not clean, instructed to clean.also observed the cutting board not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dusty filters under kitchen hood, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed two lights not working unnder cooking hood, instructed to replace.

  18. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Found previous serious violation not corrected/maintained. Found the outside dumpster area not maintained. One container lid (with food waste) still forced open by overflowing garbage. Instructed to eliminate excess garbage and maintain area. Critical violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must recaulk around the washbowl in the boys 1st fl. Toilet room, girls toilet room (on the 2nd fl.) left washbowl and boys (2nd fl.) right washbowl. Must maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must fix the hole in the wall in the boys (2nd fl.) toilet room by the right washbowl and in the girls (2nd fl.) toilet room in between the washbowls. Also, must seal the large opening in the wall opposite side of the door in the girls 2nd fl. Toilet room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found water spilling over from the backflow prevention device in the 1st fl. Mop sink area. Instructed to fix and maintain.

  19. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Found the outside dumpster area not maintained. Both containers lids are forced open by overflowing garbage. Also there is debris, leaves and tables on the ground behind/around the containers. Instructed to eliminate excess garbage and clean/maintain area. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must recaulk around the washbowl in the boys 1st fl. Toilet room, girls toilet room (on the 2nd fl.) left washbowl and boys (2nd fl.) right washbowl. Must maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must fix the hole in the wall in the boys (2nd fl.) toilet room by the right washbowl and in the girls (2nd fl.) toilet room in between the washbowls. Also, must seal the large opening in the wall opposite side of the door in the girls 2nd fl. Toilet room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found water spilling over from the backflow prevention device in the 1st fl. Mop sink area. Instructed to fix and maintain.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to reattach counter strip at counter in teachers lounge next to the cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: In teacher lounge need to clean microwave and freezer. In main kitchen need to clean ovens(double door).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor needs repair in main kitchen front and thru-out kitchen floor cracked/peeling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water damaged ceiling tiles in teachers lounge need to replace.

  21. 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. OBSERVED UNUSED DISH MACHINE (NOT WORKING) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REMOVE.

    • 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.NEED TO CLEAN CEILING TILES IN LUNCHROOM FOOD SPLASHES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.NEED TO CLEAN OUTSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN LUNCHROOM FOOD SPLASHES, AND INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS.

  22. 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. THRESHOLD IN NEED OF REPAIR AT REAR STORAGE SCREEN DOOR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. VENTILATION NEEDED AT BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOM. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. LEAK AT FAUCETS IN BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOM. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

  23. 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: Boys faucets in toilet room 2nd floor in poor repair. Instd to repair same so as to have adequate supply of water without constant pressure of hand on faucet.

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