The Field School was last inspected on January 15, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
January 15, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical4 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not functioning properly in second floor boys' washroom. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in first floor staff washroom in storage 103c, first floor staff washroom in staff lounge, second floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacle in all staff unisex washrooms.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on ground around dumpsters. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floor along walls and inside floor drains in dish washing area. Instructed manager to clean floor and floor drains.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide hand washing signage at handsink located in prep area. Instructed to maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed trash underneath wired storage racks in rear prep as well as well as organic buildup inside drain located underneath 3 compartment sink. Instructed to clean.
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 miscellaneous items stored (cardboard boxes) located underneath dishmachine equipment in the rear prep/dish. Instructed to remove and elevate at least 6 inches off the floor to prohibit hiding spaces for pests.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed previously cooked prepackaged lunches (9) (previously cooked) at improper cold temperatures ranging between 55-62f stored ton prep table equipment.instructed to hold all time/temperature control for safety foods at proper cold holding temperature at least 41f or below. Instructed to maintain. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. Person in charge discarded during this time. Total cost of said food items approximately $40.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed exit door located inside multipurpose room not rodent proof, instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site with a valid original city of chicago sanitation certificate while preparing and serving tcs foods, tofu, cooked chicken, and milk. Instructed to provide and maintain at least one cfm present on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt and small debris on floors in the food service area under and around equipment and storage racks. Instructed to clean and maintain area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacles in the staff toilet rooms. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt and small debris on floors in the food service area under and around equipment and storage racks. Instructed to clean and maintain area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.