David Jenson Catering was last inspected on July 18, 2025 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
July 18, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general-
CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods stored inside of cold holding unit in the rear prep area.found the following not meeting compliance with the cold holding requirement a container of evaporated milk (47.8f), bottle/carton of heavy whipping cream (52.2f-57.8f), shredded cheese (47.8f), stewed tomatoes (65.0f), eggs (50.1f).approximately 14lbs at $68 worth of product discarded. Must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of refrigerator at 48.5f with tcs foods stored inside for sale. The unit was adjusted and is now meeting compliance with the cold holding requirement. Must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooking/ serving utensils such as spoons, flat edge spatulas, spatulas not inverted on the shelf above the food prep table in the rear prep area. Iknstructed to invert and maintain.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspection history
9 inspections on record
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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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: 6-201.17 observed the ceiling tiles and the ceiling ventilation covers with dirt/dust build up above kitchen prep table. Instructed to clean 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: 6-303.11 observed a burned out light-bulbs in the four ceiling light fixtures in the kitchen. Instructed to replace bulbs and maintain lighting.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed only one valid food handler training available. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 rat droppings scattered on floor in basement and stairway leading to basement. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed unused article and equipment stored in basement. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
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 debris on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, furnace, and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed only one valid food handler training available. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 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: Observed no employee health policy on premises at this time, instructed to provide.priority foundation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
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: Observed no procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificates on premises at this time. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 16 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.