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IT TAKES A VILLAGE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
January 27, 2025
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License #2215925
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOODS ARE STORED/PREPARED/SERVED. FOOD HANDLER COMPLETED CERTIFICATION CLASS/EXAM ON 11/13/24. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED NO LABELS IDENTIFYING FOOD ITEMS (VARIOUS CEREALS) IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF BOWLS AND SMALL PLATES IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND STORE PROPERLY.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGNT BULBS OUT IN BUTTERCUP AND GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOMS AND BROKEN LIGHT COVER/SHIELD IN THE GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGNT BULBS OUT IN BUTTERCUP AND GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOMS AND BROKEN LIGHT COVER/SHIELD IN THE GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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