Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria

111 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
Catering
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2019
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Score
Medium Risk

Public records show 16 inspections at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2019. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Note that Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria's inspection history hasn't been updated since Nov 18, 2019; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up nine times.

Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspection History
Nov 18, 2019
Routine
3 major violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEANING MATERIALS TO CLEAN UP SAID INCIDENT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND CLEANING MATERIALS (GLOVES, MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP, DISINFECTANT RATED FOR NOROVIRUS) FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW AND USE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STEAK ON MENU. SAID ITEM CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE, FOOTNOTE AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Jun 13, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 6, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ABOUT 15 SMALL FLIES LOCATED ON THE CEILINGS AND WALLS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND ABOUT 10 SMALL FLIES LOCATED ON THE CEILINGS, WALLS AND FLYING AROUND IN THE GRILL #2 FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE FINAL RINSE GAUGE IN POOR REPAIR AND NOT READING THE CORRECT FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE. FINAL RINSE GAUGE WAS READING 153F AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. MANAGER PROVIDE HIGH TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS AND TEST STRIP CONCLUDED THAT THE FINAL RINSE IS AT 180F HOWEVER HIGH TEMPERATURE RINSE GAUGE SHOWED 153F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FINAL RINSE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE GAUGE SO THAT IT ALWAYS RECORDS THE CORRECT FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DRINK SYRUP DEBRIS AROUND THE NOZZLES OF THE SODA STATION LOCATED IN THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 21, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAM, EGGS, SAUSAGE) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND/OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WASTE PIPE AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK LEAKING LOCATED AT THE CENTER SELF SERVE DONUT STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Jan 5, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS (COOKIES) UNLABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER LABELING FOR ALL PREPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING HANDLED.
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Aug 22, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, DUST BUILD-UP NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Jan 26, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: DISPOSABLE FOOD CONTAINERS STORED NEXT TO SANI BUCKETS AT SANDWICH PREP STATION. INSTRUCTE4D TO KEEP AWAY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: HAND SINK FAUCET AT SALAD STATION NOT MOUNTED PROPERLY, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Mar 13, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE BAG IN BOX SODA ROOM WITH ACCUMULATED SYRUP SPILLED AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RIGHT FAUCET BASE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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May 8, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HAND WASH SINK IN DISH MACHINE ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MOP BUCKETS AND HEADS STORED IN SEVERAL PLACES THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND DISH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO DISIGNATE AN AREA OR A CLOSET FOR STORING THESE ITEMS
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Sep 19, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND THE CAN OPENER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN THE STORAGE AREAS IN THE HALLWAY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX THE LEAK AT THE PIPE AT THE 1-COMP. SINK BY THE ICE MACHINE IN THE MAIN PREP AREA.
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May 31, 2012
License
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, CLEAN THE CAN OPENER AND THE KNIFE RACKS IN THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT SHIELDS TO LIGHTS IN PREP AREA-GRID LIKE COVERS DON NOT SHIELD THE LIGHTS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ANY AND ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM FRONT PREP AREAS AND CLUTTER FROM DISH MACHINE AREA TO ELIMINATE POTENTIAL BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS.
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Jul 11, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
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May 20, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. BROKEN GASKETS NOTED AT PREP COOLER DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. ICE SCOOP HOLDER NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. STANDING WATER AT CORNERS OF KITCHEN INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FLOOR DRY AS POSSIBLE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MISSING GROUT AT KITCHEN FLOOR TILE AT BREAKFAST PREP STATION. INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT NOTED AT DRY FOOD STORAGE CEILING NEXT TO DISH MACHINE, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MISSING A LIGHT SHIELD AT ONE OF THE SALAD BAR LIGHT FIXTURE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Oct 28, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. UPPER INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MAKER NOT CLEAN, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ON REGULAR BASIS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FANS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. STANDING GRAY WATER BEHIND COFFEE STATION FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT SALAD BAR LIGHT FIXTURE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Apr 27, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 20, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND ABOUT 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES SCATTERED IN KITCHEN PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS PROPERLY.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. SHELVES AND FAN COVERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP, INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Use dustless cleaning methods. MOLDY WALL INSIDE ALL WALK-IN COOLER AT GROUT LINE, INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. UNUSED EQUIPMENT ARE ACCUMULATING DIRT AND MOLD, MUST BE REMOVED FROM KITCHEN OR CLEANED AND COVED.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria on file is from Nov 18, 2019. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria.

Has Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Aramark Services Inc- Harris Bank — the Main Cafeteria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.