PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LOUISA MAY ALCOTT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 27, 2025
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License #22041
3
Total Violations
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH GASKETS DISLODGED AND HANGING OFF ON BOTH DOORS OF THE TWO DOOR PREP COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE OVENS IN THE KITCHEN. INSRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND REATTACH/REPLACE BOTH GASKETS ON COOLER DOORS.
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 #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED ONE OF THREE LIGHTS IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST HOOD IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA TO NOT BE FUNCTIONAL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL LIGHTS IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 ONE OF THREE LIGHTS IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST HOOD IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA TO NOT BE FUNCTIONAL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL LIGHTS IN GOOD REPAIR.
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