PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
LITTLE STARS DAY CARE & LEARNING CENTER CO. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
LITTLE STARS DAY CARE & LEARNING CENTER CO.
7039-7043 W GRAND AVE, CHICAGO 60707
Children's Services Facility
June 10, 2025
License Re-Inspection
License #2385654
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED A STACK OF PLATES IN THE CABINETS ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11: OBSERVED OPENING IN THE WALLBASES UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK AND THE WINDOW IN THE PRE-K ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO ELIMINATE POTENTAL HARBORAGE POINTS FOR PEST.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11: OBSERVED POOR LIGHTING IN THE FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHT IN MENTIONED AREA 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: 6-303.11: OBSERVED POOR LIGHTING IN THE FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHT IN MENTIONED AREA 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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CDPH Food Protection