Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw)

819 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624

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Last inspected: May 31, 2019

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) three times, with records going back to 2018. The most recent report on file is from May 31, 2019. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) since May 31, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw)'s latest score of 86 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 31, 2019

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE UP RIGHT REACH IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: FRONT PREP AREA AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK, ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS,AND INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK ROOM.

Sep 21, 2018

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 18, 2018

License

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: 4-301.11 - OBSERVED THE 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE PREP AREA WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 69.6F AND THE 2-DOOR STAND UP REACH IN COOLER WITH AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 54.2F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: 2-501.11 - OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Inspector notes: 4-301.12 (A) - NOTED 3-COMP SINK FAUCET NOT REACHING ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL FAUCET TO REACH THE 3RD COMPARTMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025.

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) - OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: 4-202.16 - OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR STANDUP REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: 6-304.11 - OBSERVED WASHROOM VENTILATION FAN NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 - NOTED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF TRAINING.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: 6-202.15(A)(B)(D)(A) - OBSERVED AN APPX. 1/2 OF AN INCH GAP OPENING ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DOOR SWEEP TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT-FITTING AND TO PREVENT A POINT OF ACCESS FOR RODENTS/ INSECTS.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) on file is from May 31, 2019. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Val's Kosher Kitchen (Cw) 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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