Jerkja876

819 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624

African

Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Jerkja876, the earliest from 2024. Jerkja876 was last inspected on Jul 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Jerkja876 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 25, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR SCREEN DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (HOLE IN SCREEN) REAR EXTERIOR DOOR OPEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP STORED IN DIRTY MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPERLY STORING MOP UPRIGHT FOR DRYING AND ALSO CHANGE MOP WATER MORE FREQUENTLY TO PREVENT DIRTY STANDING WATER (BREEDING PLACE FOR FLIES).

Sep 25, 2024

Reinspection

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY POSTED ON SITE OR NECCESARY ITEMS AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE FOOD ESTBALISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES AVAILABLE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE LARGE GRILL EQUIPMENT IN PREP INADEQUATE FOR OPERATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT SYSTEM DESIGNED TO MEET HEALTH CODE AS REQUIRED.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 PREP TABLES WITH RUSTY SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK PIPING UNDERNEATH MIDDLE BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING

Sep 23, 2024

License

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT WASHBOW IN TOILET ROOM ON PREMISE.NOTED WATER TEMPERATURE @72F DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER @100-120F AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 PREP TABLES WITH RUSTY SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK PIPING UNDERNEATH MIDDLE BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE LARGE GRILL EQUIPMENT IN PREP INADEQUATE FOR OPERATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT SYSTEM DESIGNED TO MEET HEALTH CODE AS REQUIRED.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerkja876 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerkja876 on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jerkja876?

Across the inspection record, “procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jerkja876.

Has Jerkja876's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jerkja876 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jerkja876 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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