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Jimmy Johns Sandwiches

2231 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
American
Last inspected: May 9, 2011
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Score
Low Risk

Jimmy Johns Sandwiches has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated May 9, 2011. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Jimmy Johns Sandwiches dates to May 9, 2011.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about eight violations before that.

“* certified food manager on site” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY DURING RE-INSPECTION OR DOCUMENTATION OF ENROLLMENT FOR SANITATION CLASS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS FROM REPORT #517317 ON 5-2-11.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: VIOLATION REMAINS.
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May 2, 2011
Routine
8 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.FRONT EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHTLY SEALED/RODENT PROOFED. TORN AND MISSING RUBBER STRIP WITH OPEN 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE WITH TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER PRESENT DURING INSPECTION WHILE FOODS SUCH AS TURKEY BEING SERVED/PREPARED.
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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 FLOOR TILE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. POOLING WATER WITH DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM AND CLOSET IN ROOM. MUST REPAIR ALL
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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.DUCT TAPE BEING USED TO SEAL OPENING IN WALL AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST NOT USE DUCT TAPE FOR WALL REPAIR. WATER DAMAGED WALLS WITH OPEN HOLES IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM AND CLOSET IN ROOM, MUST REPAIR/SEAL. METAL WALL OF WALK IN FREEZER DAMAGED. MUST PROPERLY SEAL. BROKEN WOODEN DOOR THRESHOLD INSIDE WASHROOM WITH OPEN CRACK/CREVICE. MUST REPAIR/SEAL.
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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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULB INSIDE TALL REACH-IN COOLER.
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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.BROKEN SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR MUST REPLACE.
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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.DRAINAGE PIPE FROM COLA DISPENSER IN DINING ROOM DRAINING INTO BUCKET NOT INTO APPROPRIATE DRAIN AT SITE. MANAGEMENT STATES DRAIN IS CLOGGED. MUST REPAIR TO PROPERLY DRAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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.EMPLOYEE BICYCLES MUST NOT BE STORED IN DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM OR PACK PACKS AND ANY OTHER PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimmy Johns Sandwiches last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimmy Johns Sandwiches on file is from May 9, 2011. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimmy Johns Sandwiches?

Across the inspection record, “* certified food manager on site” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jimmy Johns Sandwiches.

Has Jimmy Johns Sandwiches' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jimmy Johns Sandwiches have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jimmy Johns Sandwiches 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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