Greater Rock Youth Development Center
718 S Independence Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60624 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 17, 2026
Greater Rock Youth Development Center was last inspected on June 17, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
June 17, 2026 · License
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no operable mechanical ventilation in washrooms. Instructed manager to provide mechancal ventilation in all washrooms.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
10 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
1 critical2 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 washing signage on handsink in prep area. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed closet connected to classroom and toilet room with supplies and miscellaneous items stored on floors. Instructed to store at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent hiding spaces for pests.
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: Observed two holes in the wall near the rear exit door leading to the backyard. Instructed person in charge to enclose to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cracked floor tiles throughout facility. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
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: Observed build up of grease and debris on floor behind and underneath cooking equipment (stove, fryers) in kitchen area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt, grease and debris on floor behind cooking equipment in the food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect harboring.
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: Observed missing tile left wall near the rear exit door of the child care area. Instructed to replace.
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: Observed a electrical unit coming loose from the wall near the sink in the front area near the childrens toilet room area. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dust on the hood ventilation filters. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible contamination of foods being prepared and the non food contact surfaces below.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate waste water disposal inside 3 compartment sink in prep area. Water is backing up into the wash and sanitize compartments. Must repair and maintain 3 compartment sink. Priority. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooking equipment improperly stored f0r air-drying underneath prep table. Instructed to invert equipment to properly drain and air dry.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate waste water disposal inside 3 compartment sink in prep area. Water is backing up into the wash and sanitize compartments. Must repair and maintain 3 compartment sink. Priority. 7-38-030(c). Citaiton issued.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles inside women's washroom. Must provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Conditional
License Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 general Show violations
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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 time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit or diarrhea clean up supplies or procedure on site. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Back flow prevention device not located on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations
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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 time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit or diarrhea clean up supplies or procedure on site. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No food temperature measuring device on site. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE 2 DOOR FREEZER (5) AND INSIDE THE BOTTOM CABINETS(30) IN THE DISH WASHING/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(c)
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: Back flow prevention device not located on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food service manager on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No food handler training certification on site for food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.