Linkedin Corporation

525 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60661
Other
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 11 inspections at Linkedin Corporation, the earliest from 2017. On Mar 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Linkedin Corporation's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Bottom of drawer cooler at front grill station not clean, food debris noted, Instructed to clean and maintain.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Unable to locate backflow prevention device for ice maker at coffee station, Instructed to expose.
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90
Apr 15, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Bulk food containers ( salt, sugar ) not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Fly trap mounted above meat slicer in main kitchen, instructed to relocate slicer or Fry trap.
38
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Sneeze guard panels are too short to protect open food at self service stations, instructed to provide an affective shield.
39
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Deli cups not air dried after washing and stacking, instructed to air dry all multi-use utensils after washing.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed using delete cups as a scoop for bulk food containers instructed to use proper scoops.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The bottom of ice scoop holder not clean, instructed to clean and maintain.
49
74
May 8, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (HAM DELI MEAT) WITH A PAST DATE MARK OF MAY 5TH DISCARD DATE. FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED, OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 2QT/LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $14.24 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
23
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING INSIDE THE TWO DOOR COOLERS IN THE REAR FOOD AREA. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Jul 26, 2022
Recent Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE INADEQUATELY SANITIZING DISHES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FOUND HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE FINAL RINSE AT 126F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MINNIMUM FINAL RISE AT 180F AND A CONTACT SURFACE TEMPERATURE AT 160F. HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IS RE-INSPECTED BY CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025.CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE 3 COMP SINK TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES.
16
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING HANDWASHING SINKS WATER TEMPERATURE RANGE FROM 77- 86F: UNISEX 1 STALL TOILETROOM AND 2ND FLOOR PANTRY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MINNIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND IMPROPER COLD HOLDING FOR THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS: CHICKEN, TURKEY WRAPS AND EGGS. FOUND TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 58F - 47F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE ALL FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MINNIMUM COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OD 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
22
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE THROUGHOUT INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
16
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. IN HOT WATER MECHANICAL WAREWASHING OPERATIONS, AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR SHALL BE PROVIDED AND READILY ACCESSIBLE FOR MEASURING THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
48
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELLING (COMMON NAME)INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
37
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAER TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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47
Sep 21, 2020
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXTREMELY LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IS DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED THAT The water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
50
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENUS REGARDING RAW EGGS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES; FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC., WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
37
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD IN PREP AREA WITH OUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
40
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT DISHES IN SERVERY, AND IN THE PREP AREA, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. ALSO, DISCONTINUE USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER, PROVIDE PROPER RACKS FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Feb 6, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: Observed food handler eating from a bowl of food, in dish washing area, while washing dishes. Instructed manager that employee meals must be consumed in non food prep/dish prep areas. Manager corrected violation during inspection. Critical violation # 7-38-010 (A)
6
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed blocked exposed hand sink basin in rear dish washing area. At time of inspection sink basin was blocked with dish gloves, scrub brush and food debris. Instructed manager to ensure all exposed hand sinks are accessible to ensure proper hand washing. Manager corrected violations during inspection. Critical violation #7-38-030
11
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed hand sanitizer dispenser units next to soap dispenser above all exposed hand sinks on property. Instructed manager to remove to ensure proper hand washing.
32
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed low water pressure at exposed hand sink in barista area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed inventory stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate inventory items at least 6 inches off the floor at all times.
41
78
Aug 29, 2017
License
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Instructed to provide stem thermometers at each station to test temperatures at cold and hold holding stations. Must maintain same.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Linkedin Corporation last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Linkedin Corporation on file is from Mar 18, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Linkedin Corporation?

Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Linkedin Corporation.

Has Linkedin Corporation's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Linkedin Corporation have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Linkedin Corporation inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Linkedin Corporation is inspected roughly once per year on average.