FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ALDEN VILLAGE NORTH, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
ALDEN VILLAGE NORTH, INC.
(AKA: ALDEN VILLAGE NORTH)
7464 N SHERIDAN RD, CHICAGO 60626
Long Term Care
March 14, 2025
Canvass
License #2207741
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This long term care was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 14, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #1
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED -
Why This Matters
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
Food Code Requirement
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Specific Requirements
Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11, 2-102.12
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO ORIGINAL AND VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED NOR PROVIDED ON SITE FOR PRESENT MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. A LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WHEN FOOD IS HANDLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: WE OBSERVED TCS FOOD STORED INSIDE THE TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED PORK ROAST AT TEMP OF 51.3F AND 53F.PRODUCT IN QUESTION WAS COOKED YESTERDAY,PER COOK STATEMENT. NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED ON SITE.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED. POUNDS 16,VALUE 112. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38- CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: WE OBSERVED TCS FOOD STORED INSIDE THE TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED PORK ROAST AT TEMP OF 51.3F AND 53F.PRODUCT IN QUESTION WAS COOKED YESTERDAY,PER COOK STATEMENT. NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED ON SITE.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED. POUNDS 16,VALUE 112. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38- CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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