Genesis on the Avenue

5811 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
American
Last inspected: Nov 26, 2014
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Genesis on the Avenue five times, with records going back to 2012. The most recent report on file is from Nov 26, 2014. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Genesis on the Avenue's inspection history hasn't been updated since Nov 26, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

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

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Genesis on the Avenue's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspection History
Nov 26, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM.MUST PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN SAME AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Nov 19, 2014
Routine
7 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 EVIDENCE OF NUMEROUS RODENT DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS 1ST FL.COAT CLOSET,IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA,TABLE STORAGE REAR,IN BASEMENT HOT WATER TANK ROOM AND SMALL TOOL CLOSET IN BETWEEN CLUTTER AND OPEN BAGS OF RODENT POISON ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT.ALSO ALL DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/19/14.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW.ONLY COPIES ARE POSTED.MUST PROVIDE AND POST VALID FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUSTY SURFACES INSIDE OF FAR RIGHT BASIN OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM.MUST PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN SAME AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOMS AND CLEAN WALLS AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN SAME AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND REAR YARD.
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Apr 25, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 18, 2012
Reinspection
2 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: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT,REAR & BACK DOORS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR & STEM FOR FOOD.
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Apr 5, 2012
License
11 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.MUST INSTALL SOAP AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
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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.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT,REAR & BACK DOORS.
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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.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN PAPER & CHEMICAL STOARGE AREA.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK.
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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.MUST CLEAN REACH IN FREEZER,MICROWAVE,LIGHT SHIELDS.
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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.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN REAR AREA.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN BASEMENT,
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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.MUST SEAL WALLS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM,FRONT WINDOWS.MUST PROVIDE WALL BASES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON TOILET ROOM DOORS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION VENT OVER STOVE OR REMOVE VENTILATION & STOVE FROM PREMISES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3- COMP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR & STEM FOR FOOD.
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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.MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT,REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Genesis on the Avenue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Genesis on the Avenue on file is from Nov 26, 2014. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Genesis on the Avenue?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Genesis on the Avenue.

Has Genesis on the Avenue's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Genesis on the Avenue have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Genesis on the Avenue means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.