PASS
Risk 1 (High)
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT OLD TOWN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
August 22, 2024
License
License #2766887
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE AT BASE OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED BAG OF BOXES OF APPLESAUCE STORED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN TWO STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED FOOD SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY STORING THE FOOD AT LEAST SIX INCHES ABOVE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON EXTERIOR DOOR AND INTERIOR BASE OF BOTH STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATORS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF BOTH STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATORS IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON EXTERIOR DOOR AND INTERIOR BASE OF BOTH STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATORS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF BOTH STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATORS IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection