Pass

Moving Everest Charter School

416 N Laramie, Chicago, IL 60644

School ZIP 60644 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of May 5, 2026

Moving Everest Charter School was last inspected on May 5, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.

Latest inspection

May 5, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

4 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates uses as shelving inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed spills and debris inside coolers and freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors inside walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, prep and storage areas. Observed debris inside floor drains under sinks. Instructed manager to clean all floors and floor drains.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed loose middle sink in second floor girls' washroom. Instructed manager to repair and secure sink to wall.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

16 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed white resiude built up on side interior of ice machine. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in third and second floor staff unisex toilet rooms. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain covered receptacle at all times.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 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 the following doors on premise not rodent proof (1/4inch gaps); they are as follows: gym/lunchroom exit doors, exit door #6, double doors used for prep deliveries. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed 1 of 2 handsinks inoperable in 2nd floor girls' toilet room (staircase c). Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall base 2nd floor outside music room. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following handsinks without hot water during the time of inspection. They area as follows: girls (2nd floor, purple line signage, men/women toilet room 1st floor (149), unisex toilet room outside food prep area. All hansinks temperature noted between 68f-72f. Instructed to provide hot water at least 100f and maintain proper handwashing. Priority violation. #7-38-030 (c). No citation issued.

      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 approximately 60 small rodent droppings scattered on the floor in the storage closet with mop sink (1st floor). Instructed to remove droppings and clean and sanitze said area. Must eliminate pest activity on the premises. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020 (a). No citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors on premise not rodent proof (1/4inch gaps); they are as follows: gym/lunchroom exit doors, exit door #6, double doors used for prep deliveries. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1 of 2 handsinks inoperable in 2nd floor girls' toilet room (staircase c). Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall base 2nd floor outside music room. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following handsinks without hot water during the time of inspection. They area as follows: girls (2nd floor, purple line signage, men/women toilet room 1st floor (149), unisex toilet room outside food prep area. All hansinks temperature noted between 68f-72f. Instructed to provide hot water at least 100f and maintain proper handwashing. Priority violation. #7-38-030 (c). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand cleanser available at handsink in prep area during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030 (c). No citation issued.

      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 approximately 60 small rodent droppings scattered on the floor in the storage closet with mop sink (1st floor). Instructed to remove droppings and clean and sanitze said area. Must eliminate pest activity on the premises. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020 (a). No citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors on premise not rodent proof (1/4inch gaps); they are as follows: gym/lunchroom exit doors, exit door #6, double doors used for prep deliveries. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1 of 2 handsinks inoperable in 2nd floor girls' toilet room (staircase c). Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall base 2nd floor outside music room. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris around dumpster. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water on premises. Hot water is not observed at the following sinks: 1 compartment prep sink, the hand washing sink, the 3 compartment sink in the food service area and the staff toilet room just out side the food service area. Informed person in charge hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands through the retail food establishment. Must correct and maintain. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in staff toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      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 trash area lids not closed as well as the broken down card board boxes not maintain, unable to close lids or push down due to improper maintaining of boxes. Instructed to clean, organize and close lids as a means of preventing possible harboring of pest and insects. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(b) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt and debris under shelving in rear dry storage area. Instructed to clean and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used to store items on top of in rear dry storage area. Instructed to remove crates and provide proper storage that is at least six inches from the floor to make ease of cleaning and maintaining area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tile in the employee unisex washroom located in the first floor. Must repair or replace

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  10. 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: Observed no hand washing sign at the hand sinks in all staff restrooms on premise. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in the staff unisex restroom located on the 3rd floor for sanitary napkins in unisex and women's washrooms. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an unused equipment (cooler) stored in the kitchen. Instructed to remove unused equipment off premise.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted the filter above the cooking equipment not clean. Must remove dust.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  12. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed crates stored in the hallway between the kitchen and the dry storage area. Instructed to remove from the ground and provide removal after milk deliveries.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excess clutter and unnecessary articles in the 1st floor janitor closet. Must remove all unnecessary articles, clean all clutter, organize, and maintain areas at all times

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop stored in the mop bucket. Instructed to store mop after use in a position that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior bottom shelves of all reach in coolers and freezers to remove spills and/or debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the rear storage room to remove debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: NOTED ONE OF THE HAND SINKS IN THE BOYS 1st FLOOR WASH ROOM WITH LOW WATER PRESSURE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN BETTER WATER PRESSURE.

  14. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 outside garbage dumpsters overflowing preventing lid closure,this is a food source for rodents and other pest,serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Observed no vaild city of chicago sanitation certificate posted or displayed at this time of inspection serious violation 7-38-012

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

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