PASS W/ CONDITIONS
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JOHN MILTON GREGORY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 16, 2025
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License #23441
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT THIS TIME WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS HOTDOG, CORN AND CHEESE PIZZA'S ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVERD. INSTRUCTED PIC THAT A VALID CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE DUTY AT ALL TIME WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP AROUND THE CONDENCER AND ON SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST DEFROST 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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE COLD AND HOT WATER KNOBS MISSING ON ONE OF THE SINKS IN THE BOYS WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE COLD AND HOT WATER KNOBS MISSING ON ONE OF THE SINKS IN THE BOYS WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection