Gale Community Academy Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labled containers. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABlES ON DRY FOOD CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER FOR CLEAN DOUGH MIXER BOWL IN KITCHEN.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RUST ON METAL COVER ON WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR, RUST STALLS IN GIRLS AND BOYS TOILET BY KITCHEN,AND ALSO RUST ON MOP SINKS INSIDE NEEDS REPAIR.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON TOLIET BOWLS,OUTER WALLS OF BLACK CABINET,AND MICROWAVE OVEN IN PRE-K ROOM 103. CLEAN STAINS ON TOILET BOWLS IN GIRLS TOILET BY KITCHEN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT FLOORS IN BOILER ROOM WITH STAINS AND PAINT PEELING AND FLOORS IN BOYS TOILET ON 1STFL.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAIR PAINT PEELING ,STAINS,AND DAMAGED WALLS IN KITCHEN,TOILET ROOMS,PRE-K ROOMS,MOP SINK ROOMS, AND HALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY,AND AS REQUIRED. ENGENEER HAS WORK OTHER TO HAVE ABOVE WALLS REPAIRED WHEN THE SCHOOL IS CLOSED.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING ON FLUSH HEAD ON TOILET BOWL IN GIRLS TOILET BY KITCHEN,AND HOT WATER KNOB ON HAND WASH SINK IN BOYS ON 1STFL ,AND ON WATER FOUNTAINS THROUGHOUT,AND AS NEEDED. AGAIN MANAGEMENT HAS WORK ORDER FOR PLUMBING REPAIR WHEN THE SCHOOL IS OUT.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING ON FLUSH HEAD ON TOILET BOWL IN GIRLS TOILET BY KITCHEN,AND HOT WATER KNOB ON HAND WASH SINK IN BOYS ON 1STFL ,AND ON WATER FOUNTAINS THROUGHOUT,AND AS NEEDED. AGAIN MANAGEMENT HAS WORK ORDER FOR PLUMBING REPAIR WHEN THE SCHOOL IS OUT.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.