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Sodexo America — North Western Cafe

303 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Catering
Last inspected: Oct 10, 2017
90
Score
Low Risk

Sodexo America — North Western Cafe appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2012. The most recent visit was on Oct 10, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe since Oct 10, 2017, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Premises maintained free of litter” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Sodexo America — North Western Cafe's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 10, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE NO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ( SOUP, COOKED RICE ) INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SMALL HOSES RUNNING OVER HAND SINK, EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON FOOD SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE.
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90
Nov 4, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. A COPY OF THE INSPECTION REPORT FROM THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER I.E. SINGLE SERVICE UTENSIL BOXES, CRATES OF SODA AND OTHER STOCK ITEMS PILED UP IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO RE-ORGANIZE OVERSTOCK AND DISCARD UNECCESSARY ITEMS.
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Nov 9, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. ALSO NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (SOUP,MILK) SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE COUNTER TOPS AND SINKS IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AND STORAGE AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED WALLS IN POOR REPAIR. WALLS IN THE REAR NEXT TO THE HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH HOLES AND PEELING PAINT. MUST REPAIR AND MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAKE WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK THAT IS READILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MINIMIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREAS, STORE ALL ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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70
Oct 24, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MILK, SOUPS) ARE BEING SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING SERVED OR HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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95
Oct 28, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE CABINETS BELOW THE COFFEE POTS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPER SO THAT IT HOLDS WATER IN THE BASIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING THERMOMETER FROM THE MILK COOLER.
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86
Mar 6, 2012
License
2 minor violations.
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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 3-COMP SINK AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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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. CLUTTER NOTED IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLITTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE.
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90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sodexo America — North Western Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe on file is from Oct 10, 2017. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe.

Has Sodexo America — North Western Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sodexo America — North Western Cafe 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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