Westcott Elementary School

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Sep 12, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed broken tile in lunchroom under window and outlet. Instructed to repair 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 urine odor in pre-k bathroom (106) and in the girls first floor bathroom. Instructed to increase cleaning frequency in restrooms and repair vent fan in pre-k bathroom.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

2. Sep 23, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a leak underneath the front hand sink, also noted multiple leaks at the 3 comp sink faucets. Must repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the outside garbage area not properly maintain to prevent harborgae and/or possible food soucre for pests. Must detail clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

3. Sep 20, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a leak underneath the front hand sink, also noted multiple leaks at the 3 comp sink faucets. Must repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in staff and girls washrooms in main building. Instructed manager to provide as required.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the outside garbage area not properly maintain to prevent harborgae and/or possible food soucre for pests. Must detail clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed various areas in the kitchen and storage room with peeling paint. Instructed to scrape and repaint. Maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors in the teachers lounge need cleaning around the refrigerator to remove debris.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Nov 4, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN PRE-K 102,104 & 106 AND 1ST FL. BOY'S MAIN BUILDING.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER MUST ELIMINATE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN PRE-K 102.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN STAFF AND GIRLS WASHROOMS IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

5. Oct 27, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand sinks in pre-k 102,104 & 106 and 1st fl. Boy's main building.

     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 evidence of appx. 75 or more mice droppings in dry food storage area under shelving units,on floor in corners of small and large prep tables across from cooking equipment,on floor next to lockers.pre-k room 102 on floor next to hand sink.pre-k 104-on floor in between clutter on floor in storage closet.pre-k 106-in lower cubbies,next to cabinet of desk and on toy shelves.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after10/27/22.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

     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: Observed milk crates used for food storage in walk in freezer must eliminate and provide adequate shelving units.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace hot water faucet in poor repair in main 2nd fl. Girl's.slow drain at hand sink in pre-k 102.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN STAFF AND GIRLS WASHROOMS IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove or organize articles off of floor and away from walls in all pre-k rooms and closets.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for employee must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

6. Oct 13, 2021 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucets on hand washing sinks in girls third floor washroom. Observed waste line not properly connected to floor drain near walk-in freezer in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in staff and girls washrooms in main building. Instructed manager 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 peeling paint on ceiling in various areas of kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no lighting inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate lighting and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

7. Oct 6, 2021 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand washing sinks in annex girls 76.1f and boys 78.9f washrooms. Instructed manager to provide 100f-120f at all hand washing sinks. Priority 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 loose faucets on hand washing sinks in girls third floor washroom. Observed waste line not properly connected to floor drain near walk-in freezer in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in staff and girls washrooms in main building. Instructed manager to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed recycling dumpster overflowing and lids not tight fitting. Instructed manager to properly cover all dumpsters. Priority foundation 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: Observed peeling paint on ceiling in various areas of kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no lighting inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate lighting and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

8. Nov 10, 2020 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Observed pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(prioirty foundation)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must adjust faucet handles to stay on longer at hand sinks in boy's & girl's toilet rooms on 1st,2nd & 3rd floors.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint peeling paint on ceilings in prep & dish washing areas.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing floor tile under 1- door reach in cooler stored under hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from floor along wall bases & under equipment in prep and dish washing areas.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no valid certified food managers certificate posted to view.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(no citation issued)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

9. Oct 11, 2019 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: The 1-compartment sink in the kitchen preparation area leaks underneath at the pipe. Instructed to fix leak and maintain the plumbing. -the first urinal in the 1st fl boys toilet room does not work and is holding foul waste inside of it. Instructed to fix and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Found the staff toilet room in the kitchen area without a trash receptacle with a cover/lid. Instructed to provide a receptacle with a cover/lid to the kitchen's staff toilet room. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the floor drains in the kitchen area with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The ceiling in the 1st fl boys toilet room with crack/peeling paint. Instructed to scrape and repaint. Maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Oct 25, 2018 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No enclosed receptacle in employee washroom. Instructed that any washroom used by females must have enclosed receptacle for sanitary napkins.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

11. Sep 19, 2017 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: Observed water leaking from at the bottom of 3-door cooler in food prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on floor underneath 3-door cooler. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken thermometer on exterior of 3-door cooler in food prep area. Instructed to repair/replace and maintain. Manager provided an extra thermometer inside cooler.

12. Oct 28, 2016 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 the exposed hand washing sink faucet base leaking and the waste pipe. Instructed to repair and maintain all plumbing.

13. Oct 19, 2015 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: Noted peeling plaster/paint in the ceiling in the dry storage room. Must repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted leaks at the bottom of the one compartment sink and at the exposed hand sink at the base of the hot water knob. Must repair and maintain.

14. Oct 17, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to recaulk around all washbowls in all toilet rooms and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the interior of all floor drains and floors in mop/slop sink closets.

    • 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 detail clean and maintain vents in the boys 3rd fl toilet rooms.

    • 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 seal opening under the right washbowl in the girl's 1st fl toilet room and maintain.

    • 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 remove the peeling paint from between the light shield and wall in the serving area of the cafeteria. Must maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix and maintain the leak at the base of the hot water knob on the exposed hand washing sink in the prep area.

15. Oct 18, 2013 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: Pacthed areas at ceiling in kitchen need painting to allow for smooth and easy cleaning. Clean vent above serving line and adjacent ceiling area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean light shield in front of walk-in freezer, and where necessary in kitchen area.

16. Dec 7, 2012 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Left door of 3-door reach-in cooler needs adjusting so that it self closes and stays closed when middle door is opened and closed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean all washbowls in all washrooms(rusty deposits) in student washrooms, microwave oven in teacher's lounge, and shelf in storage room where motors are located

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, in dining room, in janitor's closets, in incinerator room, in all storage rooms & closets throughout. Replace missing floor tiles in stall in student washroom in annex building. All stock and articles must be stored elevated 6 inches off floor in all storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean all walls and ceiling tiles in dining room, all walls in student washrooms and hallways, in all janitor's closets, and in service line area of kitchen(cob webs in corner(s)). Seal cracks in upper wall and ceiling in service line area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Make sure exhaust is working in all student washrooms in main building. Repair leaky faucet in sanitizing sink of 3 compartment sink.

17. Nov 30, 2012 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • 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: 30-35 mice dropping observed scattered on floor and on top of tables in second floor mechanical room, and 5 scattered along floor bases in dining room. Must clean and sanitize all affected areas, seal up all openings in walls, floors, ceilings. Citation issued-serious 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Left door of 3-door reach-in cooler needs adjusting so that it self closes and stays closed when middle door is opened and closed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean all washbowls in all washrooms(rusty deposits) in student washrooms, microwave oven in teacher's lounge, and shelf in storage room where motors are located.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, in dining room, in janitor's closets, in incinerator room, in all storage rooms & closets throughout. Replace missing floor tiles in stall in student washroom in annex building. All stock and articles must be stored elevated 6 inches off floor in all storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean all walls and ceiling tiles in dining room, all walls in student washrooms and hallways, in all janitor's closets, and in service line area of kitchen(cob webs in corner(s)). Seal cracks in upper wall and ceiling in service line area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Make sure exhaust is working in all student washrooms in main building. Repair leaky faucet in sanitizing sink of 3 compartment sink.

18. Sep 29, 2011 Conditional

    Tag Removal · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gasket around left door of 3-door reach-in cooler in rear needs replacing. Sliding lids on milk cooler on service line in poor repair, unable to close them tightly to keep upper sections of unit at correct temperature. Must either replace lids/unit or only use bottom section of same which only houses 2 crates which were found at adequate temperature. Drip/evaporation pan underneath 2-door reach-in cooler not working properly which results in water puddles on the floor-must repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean entire can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, kg, storage rooms & closets where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint wall vent in dining area. Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean walls throughout where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room and in storage closets in pre-k and kg classrooms.

19. Sep 20, 2011 Conditional

    Tag Removal · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gasket around left door of 3-door reach-in cooler in rear needs replacing. Sliding lids on milk cooler on service line in poor repair, unable to close them tightly to keep upper sections of unit at correct temperature. Must either replace lids/unit or only use bottom section of same which only houses 2 crates which were found at adequate temperature. Drip/evaporation pan underneath 2-door reach-in cooler not working properly which results in water puddles on the floor-must repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean entire can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, kg, storage rooms & closets where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint wall vent in dining area. Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean walls throughout where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room and in storage closets in pre-k and kg classrooms.

20. Sep 9, 2011 Conditional

    Tag Removal · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gasket around left door of 3-door reach-in cooler in rear needs replacing. Sliding lids on milk cooler on service line in poor repair, unable to close them tightly to keep upper sections of unit at correct temperature. Must either replace lids/unit or only use bottom section of same which only houses 2 crates which were found at adequate temperature. Drip/evaporation pan underneath 2-door reach-in cooler not working properly which results in water puddles on the floor-must repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean entire can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, kg, storage rooms & closets where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint wall vent in dining area. Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean walls throughout where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room and in storage closets in pre-k and kg classrooms.

21. Aug 26, 2011 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Walk-in freezer not maintaining adequate air temperature, air temperature recorded at 31.2f. Unit must be capable of maintaining an internal air temperature of 0 degrees or below. Instructed to remove all product from unit and have it serviced. All products that are frozen can be placed in another freezer, and all products that have thawed can either be placed in a cooler that is 40 degrees or below and used immediately or discarded-citation issued-critical 7-38-005(a). Unit tagged held for inspection, once it has been repaired, fax a request for re-inspection of unit to the cdph at 312-746-4240.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Chocolate milk-49.1 degrees, 1 percent milk -51.6 degrees, milk must be held at 40 degrees or below /- 2 degrees. Product (200 1/2 pints valued at $100.00) tagged held for inspection, product must remain on premises until released by the cdph-citation issued-critical 7-38-005(b1).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gasket around left door of 3-door reach-in cooler in rear needs replacing. Sliding lids on milk cooler on service line in poor repair, unable to close them tightly to keep upper sections of unit at correct temperature. Must either replace lids/unit or only use bottom section of same which only houses 2 crates which were found at adequate temperature. Drip/evaporation pan underneath 2-door reach-in cooler not working properly which results in water puddles on the floor-must repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean entire can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall base's, in corners, underneath and behind heavy equipment throughout in pre-k, kg, storage rooms & closets where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint wall vent in dining area. Clean all dusty ceiling vents throughout. Clean walls throughout where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room and in storage closets in pre-k and kg classrooms.

22. Jan 27, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean can opener in kitchen, exteriors of soap dispensers & faucets (rusty) in all washrooms where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall bases, in corners, underneath & behind all heavy equipment throughout building where needed. Replace missing floor tiles in boy's washroom second floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. REPLACE ALL BRUSH SWEEPERS THROUGHOUT BUILDING WITH RUBBER SWEEPS TO PREVENT ANY RODENT ENTRY. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Kitchen's hot water comes from one of the hot water tanks located on the 2nd or 3rd floor in the building which also supplies hot water to the student washrooms. The kitchen must have hot running water (110-120 degrees) at all times when food is being prepared, served and when dishes are washed, rinsed and sanitized. If water becomes too hot in the student washrooms, may have to install mixing valves on the sinks(washbowls have separate faucets for hot and cold water). Water was hot in kitchen at start of investigation.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room.

23. Jan 20, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • 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: 40 mice droppings noted scattered throughout the kindergarten and pre-k classrooms along wall bases ( including closets ) & in corners, on shelves (including closets ) and on window ledges - must clean and sanitize all affected areas and seal any openings found - citation issued - serious

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean can opener in kitchen, exteriors of soap dispensers & faucets (rusty) in all washrooms where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall bases, in corners, underneath & behind all heavy equipment throughout building where needed. Replace missing floor tiles in boy's washroom second floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean walls throughout where needed. Replace all brush sweepers throughout building with rubber sweeps to prevent any rodent entry. Clean all dusty ceiling vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Kitchen's hot water comes from one of the hot water tanks located on the 2nd or 3rd floor in the building which also supplies hot water to the student washrooms. The kitchen must have hot running water (110-120 degrees) at all times when food is being prepared, served and when dishes are washed, rinsed and sanitized. If water becomes too hot in the student washrooms, may have to install mixing valves on the sinks(washbowls have separate faucets for hot and cold water). Water was hot in kitchen at start of investigation.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in incinerator room.

24. Apr 20, 2010 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.WALLS BEHIND THE STOVE NEED SOME CLEANING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 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.FAUCET ON THE WASHBOWL IN THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM FIRST FLOOR NEED THE HANDLES REPLACED FOR PROPER HAND WASHING ALSO IN THE TEACHERS LUNCH ROOM TOILET.