University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2025
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Score
Across the available record, University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria has 19 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. On Mar 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Apr 24, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE PASTRY PREP AREA WITH THE COMMON NAME OF FOOD ITEMS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE PASTRY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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May 31, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Bulk food container not labeled ( flour ) instructed to label and maintain.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Condensation noted in deli/cheese walk-in cooler at 7th floor. Instructed to insulate cold lines properly.
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Aug 10, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Utensils in-use (large spoons, knives ) stored in standing water, instructed to keep in a dry clean container or under running cold water
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Mar 24, 2021
Routine
2 minor violations.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: knives and spoons in use stored in standing water, instructed to keep in a dry clean container or under running cold water.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Peeling paint noted on west wall of pastry kitchen, instructed to remove and maintain.
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Jun 21, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 LARGE SOUP( LENTIL, TOMATO ) CONTAINERS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER AT 52.2F, CONTAINERS PLACED IN COOLER A DAY BEFORE, INSTRUCTED MGR TO COOL DOWN FOOD PROPERLY AND HOLD AT 41F OR LOWER, 40 LBS OF SOUP DISCARDED VALUED AT $100. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSTRUCTED HAND WASH SINK AT MAIN KITCHEN, OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER RINSING FOOD AND DRAINING TUNA CANS IN HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE HAND WASH SINK FOR OTHER THAN HANDS WASHING, PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: UNDER COOKED FOODS NOT IDENTIFIED WITH AN ASTERISK AND A DISCLAIMER IS MISSING ( THESE FOOD ITEMS ARE COOK TO ORDER ), INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ON MENU, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: UTENSILS NOT AIR DRIED AFTER WASHING, FOUND JUGS HAVE BEEN CAPPED WHEN WET. INSTRUCTED TO AIR DRY.
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Sep 28, 2018
Routine
3 major violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 (N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11(A) OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER NOR DISCLOSURE LOCATED ON THE MENU FOR ANY ITEM THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A REMINDER AND A DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Nov 24, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 21, 2017
Routine
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: OBSERVED 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES AND 3 LIVE COCKROACHES LOCATED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA OF THE 9TH FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE ON TOP OF THE OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER AND GREASE DUMPSTER LID NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE GREASE DUMPSTER TOP AND MAKE GREASE DUMPSTER LID TIGHT FITTING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON TOP OF SEAL CONTAINERS LOCATED IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA ON THE 9TH FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA ON THE 9thM FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA LOCATED ON THE 7 TH FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 4, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUT FRUIT IN A BOWL AND PASTRIES ON A TRAY UNPROTECTED WHILE ON DISPLAY FOR SELF SERVICE AT THE BUFFET STATION ON THE 7TH FLOOR INSIDE OF ROOM C AND PASTRIES UNPROTECTED WHILE ON DISPLAY FOR SELF SERVICE NEXT TO THE 7TH FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR ALL FOOD ON DISPLAY FOR SELF SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LETTUCE AND CUT FRUIT COVERED WITH TOWELS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLERS AND 2 DOOR COOLERS ON THE 7TH AND 9TH FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE TOWELS AND COVER FOOD WITH FOOD GRADE MATERIALS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE GRILLS UNDER THE 9TH FLOOR HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 9TH FLOOR 1 COMPARTMENT SINK ACROSS FROM THE GRILLS WITH NO HOT RUNNING WATER AND THE FAUCET BASE LEAKING, 9TH FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WASTE PIPE LEAKING UNDER THE LEFT BASIN, 9TH FLOOR 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WASTE PIPE LEAKING ACROSS FROM HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, 9TH FLOOR 2 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCE BASE LEAKING IN THE PREP AREA, 7TH FLOOR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK FAUCET BASE LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING AND PROVIDE HOT WATER TO THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK ACROSS FROM THE GRILLS ON THE 9TH FLOOR.
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Sep 22, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: disposable knives and trays stored improperly in dry food storage room, instructed to keep protected from contamination.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Hand sink too close to clean utensils rack, in bakery station. instructed to install a splash guard.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: peeling paint noted on dish machine ceiling, instructed to remove and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: condensation noted in main kitchen walk-in cooler, instructed to eliminate and maintain.
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Apr 5, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WITH LONG BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Mar 28, 2016
Routine
4 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: INADEQUATE INSECTS CONTROL, FOUND 25 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN PASTRY PREP STATION, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOOD STRAINERS WITH LOOSE WIRES, INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSILS THAT ARE IN GOOD REPAIR. STANDING WATER IN ICE SCOOP HOLDER, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP DRY AND CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DAMAGED SECTION OF WALL NEXT TO ICE MAKER AT MAIN KITCHEN, MISSING CEILING TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WITH LONG BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Sep 17, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE 7TH FLOOR ICE MACHINE IN THE HALLWAY WITH BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE ICE MACHINES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES BROKEN AND MISSING INSIDE OF THE 9M FLOOR MEAT WALK IN COOLER NEAR THE WALK IN FREEZER THRESHOLD. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR TILES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELD BROKEN INSIDE OF THE 9M FLLOR PASTRY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN THE LIGHT SHIELD.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING LEAKS: 9TH FLOOR GRAND MARGE EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET BASE,9TH FL HOT LINE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE, 9TH FL PLUMBING UNDER THE LEFT BASIN OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND BOTH FAUCET BASES OF THE 7TH FL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT THE 9TH FLOOR HOT LINE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT ALL SINKS.
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Nov 21, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE UTENSILS SANITIZING, FOUND HIGH TEMP DISH WASHING MACHINE WITH FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AT 150F WHILE MACHINE BEING USED, INSTRUCTED MGR TO PROVIED 180F OR HIGHER WATER TEMPERATURE FOR FINAL RINSE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-30. BY THE END OF INSPECTION ENGINEERS RESTORED FINAL RINSE TO 190F.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MISSING GROUT AT DISH WASHING AREA FLOOR TILES TRAPPING DIRT AND WATER, INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BAKERY DEPT WALK-IN FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WEAK HOT WATER PRESSURE AT MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK FAUCET, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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Mar 14, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEVERAL PREP COOLER DOORS WITH MISSING AND DAMAGED RUBBER GASKETS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOOD UTENSILS IN POOR REPAIR, FOUND WIRE STRAINERS WITH LOOSE WIRES, INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY SOUND, UTENSILS IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PIPES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT INSULATED PROPERLY CAUSING CONDENSATION, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES CLOTHING STORED ON FOOD SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER IN PASTRY NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Aug 9, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR PUBLIC VIEW RELATING TO CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL PRODUCTS AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOOR DRAINS LOCATED ON THE 9TH FLOOR KITCHEN AREAS TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REGROUT FLOORS AT THE 9TH FLOOR KITCHEN AREA AT THE DISH MACHINE AREA AND THE FRONT LINE KITCHEN AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING LIGHT BULB AT THE R7 REFRIGERATOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST HAVE REFRIGERATOR WATER LINE DRAIN INTO A PAN OR FLOOR DRAIN ON THE 8TH FLOOR COLLEGE HALL DINING AREA.
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Feb 22, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. SINGLE USE PAPER CUPS ARE USED AS A BULK FOODS SCOOPS, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST STORE ALL CLEAN UTENSILS OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MOLDY INSULATION PIPE COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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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. HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP NOTED ON AND AROUND FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. WALL AND WINDOW NEXT TO MAIN DISH WASHER NOT CLEAN, DUST BUILD-UP AND CHIPPED PAINT NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 22, 2010
Routine
4 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. UPPER PANEL OF ICE MAKER INTERIOR SURFACE NOT CLEAN, A GRAY FILM NOTED ON SURFACES, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. MEAT SLICER NOT CLEAN AROUND BLADE COVER, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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 GROUT AT KITCHEN FLOOR TILES AROUND DISH MACHINE, INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. LIGHT FIXTURE INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER NOT SHIELDED, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ONE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria on file is from Mar 12, 2025. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria.
Has University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria 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 University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, University Club of Chicago — Main Kitchen/ Pastry/Employees Cafeteria is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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