Whittier Elementary

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Nov 12, 2025 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   No violations

2. Mar 21, 2025 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 paperwork Show violations

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed no original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate on site. At the time of the inspection, the manager provided a copy of the city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Instructed always to provide the original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Priority foundation 7-38-012.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

3. Feb 28, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the employee's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed no original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate posted while tcs foods (milk) are being handled and served to the public. Instructed always to have an original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate posted at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

4. May 2, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit and diarrhea procedure or cleaning materials to clean up said incident on site. The facility must provide procedures and cleaning materials (gloves, mask, disposable mop, disinfectant rated for norovirus) for employees to follow and use when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Found outside garbage receptacle overflowing. Outside garbage receptacles must be closed and tight-fitting at all times. The custodian rearranges garbage so that the receptacle is closed and tight fitting. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5. Apr 21, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed a one inch gap at the bottom right corner of the exit door that leads to the outside dumpster area. Instructed to make said door tight fitting and rodent proofed.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the employee toilet room. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

6. Apr 30, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

7. Feb 14, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical2 general 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 signs located in the employee toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

     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: 6-202.15 observed a one inch gap at the left corner of the entrance door located by the food prep area. Instructed to make said door tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no closed receptacle inside of the employee's and girl's toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

8. Feb 22, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: PREMISES HAS ARAMARK CLEAN UP PROCEDURES BUT NO DISINFECTANT ON PREMISES, VIREX ll 256, NOR DOES THE ENG. HAVE A WRITTEN POLICY IN THE LUNCH ROOM AREA AND THEY HAVE CHEMICAL, A-456 ll WHICH IS NOT RATED FOR NOROVIRUSES, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER CHEMICAL RATED FOR NOROVIRUSES, ALSO LEAVE COPY OF POLICY AND DISINFECTANT WITH LUNCHROOM MANAGER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a small leak in the lower pipe at the 3 compartment sink, 3rd compartment, instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint lunchroom 017, wall under the window, instructed to remove and reseal and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing coving under the window at lunchroom 017, instructed to replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Mar 14, 2018 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Re-attach loose/missing coving in small lunchroom.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Repair/replace water damaged ceiling tile in boys 1st floor bathroom.

10. Mar 15, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

11. Mar 7, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: No hot water was provided at the handwashing sink in the 2nd floor unisex teacher's washroom. Management instructed to repair and to provide hot water for proper handwashing. Serious violation 7-38-030.

12. May 5, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards being stored behind faucet of 3 compartment sink. Instructed to remove and store boards properly and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed one of two hand dryers in poor repair in the 1st floor girls washroom. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet on the exposed hand sink located in the food prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

13. May 14, 2015 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: Previous seripus violation not corrected from 5-7-15 report #1453941 #18 doors not rodent proofed. Engineer and facility manager on site to correct doors. Critical vioaltion 7-42-090

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: See violation #14

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 1 of 2 handryers in girls room on 1st and 2nd floors in poor repair. Must correct and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor drains in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.

14. May 7, 2015 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found 220 cheese pizzas and 70 sausage pizzas out of refrigeration on a rack in prep area. Pizzas were at improper temperature of 76.1 degrees. All product was discarded at this time. Instructed manager that all potentially hazardous foods must be kept at 40 degrees or below at all times. $270.00 50 lbs critical violation 7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Found east side enterance door not rodent proofed. 1/4 inch at bottom of door and door does not close. Must correct and maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found outside garbage area not maintained. Containers open and exposed and garbage on ground. Instructed to clean area nad maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 1 of 2 handryers in girls room on 1st and 2nd floors in poor repair. Must correct and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor drains in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.

15. Apr 25, 2014 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: Found a leak at hot water handle of kitchen exposed hand sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Found clutter in the basement boiler room. Instructed to remove unnecessary items, organize remaining, and store at least six inches off the floor and away from the wall and to maintain.

16. Apr 11, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 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 second floor utility closet sink has rotted wood; repair floor. (must present a work order for repair if work is not completed by the next routine inspection of the school).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing wall tile in girls washroom on second floor where needed.

17. Nov 6, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The 2nd hand dryer in the 2nd floor unisex bathroom is broken, repair the hand dryer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The 2nd floor mop closet floor is rotten wood, repair the floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The ceiling in room 308 and the 1st floor girls room have missing or damaged tiles and the 1st floor boys room ceiling is full of paper. The computer server room attached to room # 103 is full of paint chips, use dust free cleaning methods to clean up the peeling paint. Clean and repair the ceilings

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: The sliding door milk cooler has no thermometer, install a working thermometer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: The cleaning supplies in rooms 106 and 108 are numerous and improperly stored, remove old cleaning supplies and resupply with fresh chemicals with easy to read labels.

18. Nov 2, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

19. Oct 20, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 02,2011 REPORT# 579478 NOW SERIOUS VIOLATIONS. #41- FOUND OLD BOOKS, BOXES, OLD MILK CRATES, OLD UNUSED FURNITURE,OLD DESK,FILE CABINETS, OLD COMPUTERS, OLD MONITORS AND THE PIANO. ALL LOCATED IN BASEMENT HALL WAY, TEACHERS LOUNGE BY PREP AREA,BOILER ROOM AND UTILITY CLOSETS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ARTICLES AND CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. ON THE IST FOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM FOUNR LOOSE TOILET SEATS. INSTRUCTED TO SECURE ALL TOILET SEATS TO THE TOILETS WHERE NEEDED.

    • 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. CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS HAS DIRT BUILDUP.

20. Mar 2, 2011 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. THE FLOOR IN THE BOILER ROOM, UTILITY CLOSETS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAME.

    • 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. CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOMS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS THEY HAVE DUST BUILDUP.

    • 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. FOUND CLUTTER IN THE BOILER ROOM,BASEMENT HALLWAY AND IN THE TEACHERS LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE CLUTTER AND CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.

21. Aug 31, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    9 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide racks/shelves inside walk-in freezer and upright refrigerator. Provide shelf for utility sink closet for cleaning supplies in utility sink closets on 2nd and 3rd. Floor. Repair cabinet under one compartment sink in pre k room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean window ledges throughout lunchroom, toilet rooms, and staircases. Clean around utility sink closets on 1st. And 2nd. Floor.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THOROUGHOUT PREMISES, STORAGE CLOSET IN PRE-K ROOM, REPAIR FLOORS IN POOR REPAIR IN UTILITY SINK CLOSETS ON 1ST. AND 2ND. FLOOR.

    • 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. PROVIDE CEILING PANELS BY BOYS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AT CEILING AND WALL IN PRE K STORAGE ROOM, TOILET ROOMS, UTILITY SINK CLOSETS, AND HALLWAYS. PROVIDE PANEL FOR OPENING AT WALL IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET ON 3RD. FLOOR. REPAIR WALL BASE TILES AT GIRLS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. PROVIDE COVER FOR FANS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. REPAIR INSULATION AROUND PIPING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT. REMOVE WET PAPER BALLS FROM CEILING ON 2ND FLOOR TOILET ROOMS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace light bulb inside upright refrigeration unit in kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide self closing device at staff toilet room doors in basement and 2nd. Floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Indicate hot water handles from cold water handles at one of three faucets at three compartment sink, washbowls on 2nd floor, and adjust handles at washbowl in staff toilet room on 2nd floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide internal thermometer for small refrigerator in pre k room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove unused materials, and contruction items from outside garbage area to prevent pest harborage. Organize clutter in computer storage room in basement. Remove milk crates from utility sink closets on 1st. And 2nd floor, provide hooks to invert mop heads.

22. Jun 11, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors in pre-k classroom (108) behind cubbies and along walls including corners.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair worn weatherstrip on exit door near lunchroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water fountains low water pressure, increase water pressure at all water fountains preventing students from putting mouth on the fountain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Organize clutter in boiler storage room also pre-k closet elevating all articles 6 inches from floor, to monitor any insect/rodent activity.