PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
JOHN MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 21, 2026
Canvass
License #47041
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 21, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 6 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED SANITIZER STRENGTH AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK @100PPM DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZER STRENGTH BETWEEN 200-400PPM. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED 4 LBS TOMATO SAUCE, 3.5 LBS REFRIED BEANS , AND 1 LBS ROASTED RED PEPPERS WITH DISCARD DATE LABELS 9/18/26 STORED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOODS IN COOLING UNITS FORMAXIMUM 7 DAYS AS REQUIRED. PIC VULUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED DRIES KITCHENWARE STORED ON SHELVING RACKS IN DISHWASHING AREA AS WELL CHECKERED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED UPRIGHT INSIDE OF CABINETS IN SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE WOODEN BOARD ON WALL IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA USED FOR HANGING KITCHENWARE AND UTENSILS WATER DAMAGED AND POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH PROPERLY SEALED SURFACE THATS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR SURFACES OF UNUSED COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEAING. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE SURFACES IN ORDER TO PREVEBT PEST HARBORAGE
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 INTERIOR SURFACES OF UNUSED COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEAING. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE SURFACES IN ORDER TO PREVEBT PEST HARBORAGE
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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