Cincinnati, OH

The Seven Hills School

Name: The Seven Hills School
Address: 5400 #10 Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH

5400 #10 Red Bank Rd

Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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5 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 22, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage

Inspector’s notes

Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed single serve plate sitting on counter of salad bar and not protected

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 issues

notedCode 7.2Chemicals

Official wording

7.2 - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material - Separation/Location on Retail Display Shelving

Inspector’s notes

Poisonous/toxic materials for retail sale are stored improperly. Observed Spic and Span cleaner on shelf with kitchen equipment at prep table Observed a sanitize bucket sitting on the floor in the salad area. -PIC moved the Spic and Span to the cleaning shelf and raised the sanitize bucket so it is not sitting on the floor

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination. Observed Swiss cheese expired 4/21 and not discarded in reach in fridge Observed white shredded cheese dated 4-14 and not discarded in reach in fridge Observed cottage cheese (2x) expired 4-21 and not discarded in reach in fridge Observed turkey sandwich (2x) expired 4-21 and not discarded in reach in fridge -PIC discarded Swiss cheese, white shredded cheese, cottage cheese, and turkey sandwiches

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Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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notedCode 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage

Inspector’s notes

Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. Observed a knife sitting on the counter in the salad bar and not protected

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 issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 3, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage

Inspector’s notes

Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed single serve boats at serve line not protected Observed cardboard trays at serve line not protected

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 issues

notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3.1(L)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.1(L) - V. Food from Approved Source - Package Integrity - Specifications for Receiving

Inspector’s notes

Food packaging does not protect food from contamination. Observed mandarin orange and diced beets cans dented in dry storage -PIC discarded the dented cans

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 2, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

7 recorded violations

notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed the 3-compartment sink leaking from the faucets when turned on (both faucets leak).

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 3.4(G)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked. Observed cottage cheese opened and not dated inside reach in fridge next to ice machine -PIC dated the cottage cheese Observed tartar sauce opened and not dated inside reach in fridge at serve line -PIC dated the tarter sauce

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notedCode 6.3(C)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

6.3(C)(2) - Employee Accommodations-Designated Areas

Inspector’s notes

Lockers or other suitable facilities are located in an area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles can occur. Observed a basil condiment bottle not labeled but was an employee item not placed on the employee designated area

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 issues

notedCode 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage

Inspector’s notes

Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. Observed foil pans face up and not protected at prep table

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 issues

notedCode 3.4(G)(4)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s notes

Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code. Observed items inside the reach in fridges and walk in fridge dated for 8 days and/or 3 days which was not consistent -PIC correctely dated all items for expiration at the end of 7 days

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notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed mold on shelves inside the walk in freezer

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notedCode 3.2(D)Other

Official wording

3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food

Inspector’s notes

Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Observed hot sauce not labeled inside reach in fridge at serve line

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 8, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3.4(G)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked. Observed shredded cheese in the reach in fridge behind the serve line not dated. Observed the shredded cheese inside the cold holding of the serve line not dated. CORRECTVE ACTION: PIC correctly dated the shredded cheese in both locations.

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3.1(L)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.1(L) - V. Food from Approved Source - Package Integrity

Inspector’s notes

Food packaging does not protect food from contamination. Observed the red cabbage can dented in the dry storage room. Observed the fancy 3-bean salad can dented in the dry storage room.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(C) - Food labels

Inspector’s notes

Food is not properly labeled. Observed the ingredients not listed in the following items in the cold holding reach-in of the serve line: -turkey wraps -egg sandwiches -tuna sandwiches Observed the ingredients not listed in the following items in the reach-in fridge behind the serve line: -curry chicken salads -turkey wraps -turkey sandwiches -salami subs Observed the ingredients not listed in the following items in the reach-in fridge of the grab and go area: -tuna sandwiches -ham sandwiches -turkey wraps -salami subs

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 6, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage

Inspector’s notes

Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Observed kitchen utensils in a pan with tape and a cell phone under the table in the prep area.

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 issues

notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 6.3(C)(2)Other

Official wording

6.3(C)(2) - Facilities: Employee accommodations: Location

Inspector’s notes

Lockers or other suitable facilities are located in an area area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles can occur. Observed a cell phone in a pan with kitchen utensils and tape in a pan under the table in the prep area.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage

Inspector’s notes

Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. Observed silver pans not protected in the dry storage room. Observed trays and boat trays not protected in the serve line.