Canvass
Sep 17, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 17, 2026 · Original Source
School · Chicago, IL
Woodlawn
6657 S Kimbark (1300e) Ave
Last inspected Sep 17, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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The full inspection history
6 inspectionsCanvass
Sep 25, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM CORNERS OF EXIT DOOR NEAR LUNCHROOM OFFICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 45Equipment and utensils
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON TOP OF SAFE IN KITCHEN PAPER GOOD STORAGE AND INSIDE CABINETS UNDER HAND WASHING SINKS PRE-K 100 AND 110. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN TOP OF SAFE AND INTERIOR OF CABINETS UNDER SINKS IN PRE-K CLASSROOMS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LUNCHROOM OFFICE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LUNCHROOM OFFICE WASHROOM.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEELING SURFACES IN CEILING OF DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND OPENINGS ALONG WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PAPER GOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 25, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 16, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 16, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 1, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SEVERAL HANDSINKS IN STUDENT AND FACULTY WASHROOMS WITH NO HOT RUNNING WATER. WATER TEMPERATURE RANGED FROM 72.3F TO 74F. ONE SINK REACHED 96F AND IMMEDIATELY DROPPED BACK TO 72F. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 1, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 26, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SEVERAL HANDSINKS IN STUDENT AND FACULTY WASHROOMS WITH NO HOT RUNNING WATER. WATER TEMPERATURE RANGED FROM 72.3F TO 74F. ONE SINK REACHED 96F AND IMMEDIATELY DROPPED BACK TO 72F. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 26, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 7, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLES IN THE TEACHERS AND KITCHEN STAFF EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source