Sawyer was last inspected on May 15, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
May 15, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-204.12: unable to locate backflow prevention device on ice machine. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on ice machine so that it shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed leaking faucets at handwashing sinks in washrooms in prep area. Observed leaking hot water faucet in ladies washroom and observed leaking hot and cold water faucets in men's washroom in prep area. Instructed to repair said faucets in said washrooms and maintain. Observed no hot or cold water pressure at left handwashing sink in girl's south second floor washroom. Observed low water pressure at left handwashing sink in second floor boy's south washroom. Observed no cold water pressure at handwashing sink in third floor all gender staff washroom. Instructed to restore water pressure to said handwashing sinks in said areas and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
21 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed all necessary items when following written procedure not available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to obtain all necessary items for following written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 70 mouse droppings and 15 live ants in facility. Observed mouse droppings in small and large dry storage areas of facility. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove mouse droppings and clean affected areas. Observed 15 ants in window in room 128. Instructed to eliminate ant activity and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 5/8/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) no citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow prevention device on ice machine. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on ice machine so that it shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucets at handwashing sinks in washrooms in prep area. Observed leaking hot water faucet in ladies washroom and observed leaking hot and cold water faucets in men's washroom in prep area. Instructed to repair said faucets in said washrooms and maintain. Observed no hot or cold water pressure at left handwashing sink in girl's south second floor washroom. Observed low water pressure at left handwashing sink in second floor boy's south washroom. Observed no cold water pressure at handwashing sink in third floor all gender staff washroom. Instructed to restore water pressure to said handwashing sinks in said areas and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged lids on outside trash and recycling dumpsters. Observed damaged lids on two trash dumpsters and one damaged lid on one recycling dumpster, damaged lids create openings on said dumpsters. Instructed to replace or damaged dumpster lids and maintain tight fitting lids on dumpsters. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b) no citation issued
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
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No violations
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Pass
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No violations
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Pass
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1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: No covered receptacles in female students' toilet rooms. Instd to provide receptacles with covers and maintenance. The premises currently has duct tape on covered sanitary receptacles in the wall. Instd to remove tape for accessibility or provide additional receptacle with lids and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical10 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying device at hand sink in main prep area.paper towels were provided during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(cos)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed an excessive amount of black and pink slimy build up on interior panel of ice machine and dripping on to ice in basin.employees discarded ice and cleaned and sanitized ice machine during inspection.must monitor and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)(cos)
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as 11lbs. Sliced turkey ranging from 45.9f-47.7f in a pan inside of walk in cooler.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.appx. 11lbs. $12.90 (priority 7-38-005)(cos)
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Must store in a clean container.manager stored ice scoop properly during inspection.(cos)
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from cubbies in pre-k 138.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a back flow device on ice machine.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must remove tape from sanitary napkin box in kitchen staff toilet room and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must remove dust build up from upper wall vent in lunch room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged floor tiles in pre-k room 138 and at entry into lunchroom and gap along wall base in lunch room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on floor behind cooking equipment under ventilation hood and floor drains.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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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 pre-k rooms and closets (136 & 138).
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from hood and filters at cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout light at hood of cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
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No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: See violation #59
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed non compliance on violation #10 no handwashing sink provided at this time. Instructed to install. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwashing sink at 2 serving lines (where steam tables and cold lines are located and students are served). Instd to provide handsink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Stopper gasket of 3rd basin of 3-compartment in disrepair, using plastic wrap. Instd to repair and use proper stopper.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-204.11(a) no handwashing sink at 2 serving lines (where hot holding and cold holding units are located and students are served). Instd to provide handsink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the #10 can opener not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.
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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 in the girls restroom outside the lunchroom, instructed to remove and reseal. Also clean kitchen light shields.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: No cold nor tempered water under city pressure at handsink in toilet room for male food personnel. Male food personnel actively working in same area. Instd to repair sink. Engineer repaired during inspection. Violation critical 7-38-030.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink sprayer leaking, wrapped in plastic. Instd to repair same. Dishmachine is disconnected and in process of removing. Exposed handsink in dishmachine area has been removed. Instd to completely remove dishmachine or re install exposed handsink in same area.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
9 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at 2nd floor boys and girls washrooms. Provide soap to all washrooms at all times. Serious violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed exposed hadnisnk oin dishwashing area coming away from wall. Repair and maintain exposed handsink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of ice machine with lime residue buildup. Clean and sanitize interior of ice machine. Observed exterior vents of ice machine with dust buildup. Clean and maintain exterior vents of ice machine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of microwaves in cafeteris unclean with food debris. Clean and maintain interior and exterior of microwaves.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed floor drains unclean with debris. Clean and maitain interior of all floor drains to deter insect breeding activity.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed vents of employee restrooms 3rd floor unclean with dust accumulation. Clean and maintain vents.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed heavy dust accumulation on 2nd floor utility closet ceiling vent. Clean and maintain ceiling vent.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in dishwashing room in disrepair and unclean. Clean and repair corner of ceiling where ceiling tile is in deisrepair.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed employee hat in food service area on food storage shelf. All employee personal items need to be stored in a dsignated area away form food and food prep.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Wall behind compartment sink with worn surfaces. Clean and paint same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair loose cold water faucet handle in kitchen staff mens toilet room.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the hood and the filters above the ovens in the prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floor in the prep area,food store room and in the dish machine room has worn out areas and the floors need to be painted again.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: In the modular building the ceiling vents in the has dust and dirt buildup on them.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The modular building three hand dryers in the boys toilet room are broken. In the girls toilet room one hand dryer is broken. Instructed to repair them.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter in the boiler room on the second floor has books, boxes ect. Instructed to remove the unnecessary articles and clean and orgnize so no insect or rodent harborage.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN THE HOOD FILTERS ABOVE THE OVENS IN THE PREP AREA.
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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. IN THE MODULAR BUILDING TWO HAND DRYERS IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM ARE BROKEN. IN THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM ONE HAND DRYER IS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THEM. CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE PREP AREA HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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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 AT MOBILE IN NEED OF ADJUSTMENT. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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. ONE HANDSINK IN BOYS WASHROOM IN NEED OF ADJUSTMENT. WATER MUST REMAIN ON TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. ONE HAND DRYER AT MOBILE NOT WORKING MUST REPAIR. ALL WASHROOMS HAVE MULTIPLE HANDSINKS AND HAND DRYERS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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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.MUST REPLACE MISSING TOILET SEAT IN 2ND FL. BOY'S.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,GARBAGE CANS IN LUNCH ROOM,UPPER WALL VENTS IN SAME AREA.
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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 SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR UNDER HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT & DISH MACHINE AREA & LUNCH ROOM WOMEN'S.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN 1ST FL. BOY'S MOP SINK CLOSET & 2ND FL. STORAGE.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN LUNCH ROOM.
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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 SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES IN KITCHEN.MUST ADJUST FRONT & CENTER DOORS.MUST SEAL OPENINGS IN WALL IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S (N).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE 1ST FL GIRL'S LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE,LEAKY TOILET IN 2ND FL.BOY'S & GIRL'S (N),2ND FL. BOY'S (N),3RD FL. BOY'S (S) TOILET & URINAL & GIRL'S & BOY'S (N).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN STORAGE,PLUMBING,FIRE PUMP ROOMS.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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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.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED ICE SCOOP.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FILTERS AT HOOD, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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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 FLOOR IN ELEVATOR LIFT ROOM.
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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 ADJUST DOOR SWEEPS ON DOOR.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 1- COMP SINK,KITCHEN WOMEN'S STAFF LEAKY TOILET& MEN'S LOW COLD WATER PRESSURE,LEAKY TOILETS AT 2ND FL. STAFF,3RD FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S.
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