PASS
Risk 1 (High)
Kenwood Acad. (H/S) Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 30, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #46361
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT MIDDLE SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM 270. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: : OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR UNUSED WALK-IN COOLERS, AND UNDER LEFT SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM 164, LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN, UNISEX WASHROOM NEAR JANITOR CLOSET 165 AND GIRLS WASHROOM 161. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT MIDDLE SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM 163, LEFT SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM 164, MIDDLE SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM 286. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS WASHROOM 185, 186, 243,270,287,342, WOMEN WASHROOM 244, 340 AND UNISEX WASHROOM NEAR JANITOR CLOSET 165. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL GIRLS, WOMEN AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING STALL DOOR IN GIRLS WASHROOM 163. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING STALL DOOR IN GIRLS WASHROOM 163. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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