Red Hen Bread
Last inspected: Aug 22, 2011
95
Score
Public records show three inspections at Red Hen Bread stretching back to 2011. The most recent report on file is from Aug 22, 2011. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Red Hen Bread's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 22, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “premises maintained free of litter” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Red Hen Bread's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Aug 22, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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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 CLEAN,ORGANIZE THE PREMISES,REMOVE UNUSED PIECES OF EQUIPMENTS STORED AT REAR,REMAINING ARTICLES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Aug 18, 2011
Tag Removal
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.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT MOUSE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS FRONT INTERIOR CABINETS,ON FLOORS AT CORNERS OF REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS,IN CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE ROOM AND OBSERVED A FLY STRIP STORED ABOVE THE CHEST FREEZER AT REAR FOOD PREP. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FLY STRIPS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,OPENINGS ON CEILING TILES AT REAR FOOD PREP,ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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.FLOORS AT REAR FOOD PREP ARE PEELING MUST BE IN GOOD REPAIR- SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND PROVIDE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER AT MOP SINK DISPOSAL.
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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 REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES WERE NOTED AND REPLACE MOLDING SECTION OVER THE 3 COMP SINK AREA AND WALLS/CELINGS ALONG FOOD PREP AREAS IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING.
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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.LIGHT FIXTURE AT REAR FOOD PREP/STORAGE AREA IS NOT SHIELDED-MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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 CLEAN,ORGANIZE THE PREMISES,REMOVE UNUSED PIECES OF EQUIPMENTS STORED AT REAR,REMAINING ARRTICLES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Aug 15, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF UNIT CLEANED AND SANITIZED PROFESSIONALLY. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240 AFTER UNIT IS CLEANED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT MOUSE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS FRONT INTERIOR CABINETS,ON FLOORS AT CORNERS OF REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS,IN CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE ROOM AND OBSERVED A FLY STRIP STORED ABOVE THE CHEST FREEZER AT REAR FOOD PREP. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FLY STRIPS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,OPENINGS ON CEILING TILES AT REAR FOOD PREP,ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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.FLOORS AT REAR FOOD PREP ARE PEELING MUST BE IN GOOD REPAIR- SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND PROVIDE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER AT MOP SINK DISPOSAL.
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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 REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES WERE NOTED AND REPLACE MOLDING SECTION OVER THE 3 COMP SINK AREA AND WALLS/CELINGS ALONG FOOD PREP AREAS IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING.
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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.LIGHT FIXTURE AT REAR FOOD PREP/STORAGE AREA IS NOT SHIELDED-MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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 CLEAN,ORGANIZE THE PREMISES,REMOVE UNUSED PIECES OF EQUIPMENTS STORED AT REAR,REMAINING ARRTICLES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Red Hen Bread last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Red Hen Bread on file is from Aug 22, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Red Hen Bread?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Red Hen Bread.
Has Red Hen Bread's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Red Hen Bread have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Red Hen Bread 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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