La Escuelita Numero Cuatro

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Feb 18, 2026 Conditional

   License · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of (tcs foods) inside of the kitchen cooler.observed cheeses internal temperatures ranging from 46.4f-48.0f and eggs at 51.8f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 3#'s of food worth $20.00.instructed management to monitor and maintain all cold (tcs foods) at 41f or colder at all times.priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the kitchen cooler with an air temperature of 52.3f.the cooler was used to store (tcs foods)eggs,cheese,etc.instructed management to repair and maintain said cooler at 41f or colder at all times.management immediately notified refrigeration repair service.the said cooler is tagged "held for inspection" at this time.instructed not to use until repaired.(see comments below).priority violation 7-38-005,citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

2. Jan 29, 2025 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handwashing sinks in infant-toddler and 2-3 years olds classrooms. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handler in the kitchen area with no hair net/restraint. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of tableware (bowls, plates and eating utensils) on shelving unit in the kitchen area. Instructed to invert and store properly.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed water-stained/broken/cracked ceiling tile thorughout the facility along with holes in the ceiling in the janitor's closet near the kitchen area. Instructed to repair/replace and maintain.

     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 certified food manager on duty/site with a valid city of chicago certified food manager certificate at the start time of the inspection at 8:20am. Certified food manager arrived on site at 9:08am. Instructed person in charge, pic, that certified food manager must be on site while time and temperature control, tcs, foods are being stored, prepared, and/or served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

3. Apr 17, 2024 Pass

   License · Pass

   No violations

4. Apr 9, 2024 Not Ready

   License · Not Ready

   No violations

5. Mar 5, 2024 Not Ready

   License · Not Ready

   No violations

6. Feb 28, 2024 Not Ready

   License · Not Ready

   No violations

7. Jan 10, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

8. Dec 11, 2023 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

9. Nov 7, 2023 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

10. Jul 21, 2023 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

11. Feb 23, 2023 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

12. Mar 16, 2022 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

13. Feb 15, 2022 Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed brick on floor in front of rear exit door. Instructed to paint, seal or cover to make easy 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: Observed ceiling tiles in front area near toilet room with hole and others stained. Instructed to repair/replace all. Also observed large vent cover missing and small vent covers hanging. Instructed to provide and repair covers for area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing light bulbs and light shields in left room missing. Instructed to provide lights and light coverings for all and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used