Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD on .
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Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1072427
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
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Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
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Pass
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Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285983
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
Canvass Re-InspectionFail
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Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285945
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
13
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: LIVE ROACHES (5) CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN PREP AREAS AND ON OLD CAN GOODS. ALSO DEAD ROACHES NOTED IN SAME AREA.INSTD TO ELIMINATE ALL ROACHES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
14
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM 9/17/12 (1285293) 24- FAUCETS STRIPPED FROM 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING. 29- NOT CORRECTED: 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS. 34-FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC).
24
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: SEE VIOLATION ABOVE.
29
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: SEE VIOLATION ABOVE.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR OF HOOD, FILTERS, MICROWAVES, LEGS, WHEELS, ALL ATTACHED PIPING OF EQUIPMENT, ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THRU-OUT UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN AND WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME. LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME
Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285824
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
13
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: NOTED INFESTATION OF ROACHES, NUMEROUS LIVE ROACHES (OVER 30), CRAWLING IN CABINET UNDER PREP TABLE/CHOPPING BLOCK IN PREP AREA. ALSO LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. DEAD ROACHES NOTED ON STORAGE SHELF. INSTD TO ELIMINATE ALL ROACHES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 CRITICAL.
14
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM 9/17/12 (1285293) 24- FAUCETS STRIPPED FROM 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING. 29- NOT CORRECTED: 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS. 34-FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC). 35-REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS, REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT. CLEAN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (DUST, SMOKE BUILDUP). 41-REMOVE PROPANE TANK AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 CRITICAL.
24
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: SEE VIOLATION ABOVE.
29
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: SEE VIOLATION 14 ABOVE.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR OF HOOD, FILTERS, MICROWAVES, LEGS, WHEELS, ALL ATTACHED PIPING OF EQUIPMENT, ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THRU-OUT UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN AND WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME. LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: PREMISES IS CLUTTERED AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOTED THRU-OUT (CLOTHING, EXCESSIVE PAPERS, OLD NON USED TV, LUGGAGE, NON-WORKING, UNUSED COOLERS, ETC). INSTD TO REMOVE ALL NON-USED, NON-RELATED RETAIL FOOD/RESTAURANT RELATED ARTICLES AND ORGANIZE PREMISES.
Canvass Re-InspectionNo Entry
Inspection date
Reported outcome
No Entry
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285560
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
24
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, FAUCET HANDLES STRIPPED, UNABLE TO TURN ON PROPERLY WITHOUT TOOL AND ALSO EXTREMELY LOW PRESSURE OF WATER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE.
29
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 11/3/11 (REPORT 555304) NOT CORRECTED: 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS. 34-FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC). 35-REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS, REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT. CLEAN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (DUST, SMOKE BUILDUP). 41-REMOVE PROPANE TANK AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR, WITH OPEN SEAMS, PITTED. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: PREMISES IS CLUTTERED AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOTED THRU-OUT (CLOTHING, EXCESSIVE PAPERS, OLD NON USED TV, LUGGAGE, ETC). INSTD TO REMOVE ALL NON-USED, NON-RELATED RETAIL FOOD/RESTAURANT RELATED ARTICLES AND ORGANIZE PREMISES.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285293
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
24
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, FAUCET HANDLES STRIPPED, UNABLE TO TURN ON PROPERLY WITHOUT TOOL AND ALSO EXTREMELY LOW PRESSURE OF WATER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.
29
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 11/3/11 (REPORT 555304) NOT CORRECTED: 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS. 34-FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC). 35-REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS, REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT. CLEAN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (DUST, SMOKE BUILDUP). 41-REMOVE PROPANE TANK AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR, WITH OPEN SEAMS, PITTED. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: PREMISES IS CLUTTERED AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOTED THRU-OUT (CLOTHING, EXCESSIVE PAPERS, OLD NON USED TV, LUGGAGE, ETC). INSTD TO REMOVE ALL NON-USED, NON-RELATED RETAIL FOOD/RESTAURANT RELATED ARTICLES AND ORGANIZE PREMISES.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
555319
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS).
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC).
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING TILES ALONG WALLS AND BASEBOARDS. CLEAN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (DUST, SMOKE BUILDUP). WALLS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN ALL AREAS.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AS NEEDED (DEAD INSECTS).
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 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. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
555304
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: 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 A LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON EAST WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT, 10-15 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA, 10-15 FLYING INSECTS ON SYRUP CONTAINERS AND COOLERS IN STORAGE AREA, 20-30 FLYING INSECTS INSIDE PRODUCE COOLER IN REAR, 10-15 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE TOILETS IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H74614 COURT DATE 12-22-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 112.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPLACE MISSING FILTERS IN REAR VENTILATION HOOD.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS (DEAD ROACHES), SHELVES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS (DEAD FLIES), FREEZERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, FRYERS (GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS).
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS AND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND PREP AREAS (SPILLS, DIRT, DEBRIS, ETC).
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS, REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT. CLEAN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (DUST, SMOKE BUILDUP).
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN STORAGE AREA. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AS NEEDED (DEAD INSECTS).
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER SINK AND REPAIR EAST TOILET IN WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 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. REMOVE PROPANE TANK AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
543222
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS NEED REPAIR AND PAINTING IN FRONT, HALLWAY, STORAGE AND REAR PREP AREAS (PEELING PAINT, MOLD, ETC). REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN STORAGE AREA. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED CUSHIONS IN DINING BOOTHS.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
11
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
543215
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
3
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF COOKED RICE 83.6F STORED IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: 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 2 LIVE ROACHES ON FLOOR IN SOUTHWEST CORNER IN FRONT PREP AREA, 1 LIVE ROACH ON WALL UNDER 3-COMP SINK, 1 LIVE ROACH ON PALLET IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM AND SIDE OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED
21
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO VALID FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN COOKED CABBAGE 143.5F IS PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST VALID CERTIFICATE OR PROVIDE PROOF ON ENROLLMENT IN COURSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
29
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM REPORT# 233981 ON 5-18-10 AND #250487 ON 6-2-10. 30 LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN REACH-IN COOLERS. 33 CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS, SHELVES, COUNTERS, SINKS, CUTTING BOARDS, FRYERS. 34 FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL STORAGE AREAS (DEAD ROACHES). CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN (STANDING WATER) AND PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. 35 SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING IN REAR PREP AREA AREA BEHIND 3-COMP SINK, COOKING EQUIPMENT, ETC (SPILLS). REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. GROUT LOOSE TILES ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN WASHROOM. 36 REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED SINK AND WASHROOM. 38 PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. 41 REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
30
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN REACH-IN COOLERS.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS, SHELVES, COUNTERS, SINKS, CUTTING BOARDS, FRYERS, FREEZER, PREP TABLES.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL STORAGE AREAS (DEAD ROACHES). CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN (STANDING WATER) AND PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR ALL WALLS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND 3-COMP SINK, COOKING EQUIPMENT ETC (SPILLS). REPLACE ALL MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. GROUT LOOSE TILES ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN WASHROOM.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED SINK AND WASHROOM.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. PROPERLY CONNECT AND PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT UTILITY SINK.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 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. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE (MICROWAVE, FRYERS, ETC).
Complaint Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
250487
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
30
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN REACH-IN COOLERS.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLERS. DEFROST REACH-IN FREEZERS.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS, SHELVES, COUNTERS, SINKS, CUTTING BOARDS, FRYERS.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL STORAGE AREAS (DEAD ROACHES). CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN (STANDING WATER) AND PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND 3-COMP SINK, COOKING EQUIPMENT ETC (SPILLS). REPLACE ALL MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. GROUT LOOSE TILES ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN WASHROOM.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED SINK AND WASHROOM.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 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. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
233981
Location recorded for this inspection · CARIBBEAN JERK & SOUL FOOD · 6242 S WESTERN AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
3
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF COOKED CHICKEN 53.6F STORED ON PREP TABLE, COOKED YAMS 58.3F, CABBAGE 56.9F, MACARONI AND CHEESE 80.5F, AND RICE 109.9F STORED IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED H59637
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: 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 LIVE ROACH CRAWLING INSIDE CABINET UNDER CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON PALLETS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT SIDE OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H59637
30
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN REACH-IN COOLERS.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLERS.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS, SHELVES, COUNTERS, SINKS, CITTING BOARDS, PALLETS
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL PALLETS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND 3-COMP SINK, COOKING EQUIPMENT ETC (SPILLS). REPLACE ALL MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASBOARDS IN ALL AREAS.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED SINK.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 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. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Local context · Chicago
How results compare in ZIP 60636
121 of 154 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
This calculation uses published records from the same jurisdiction. Pending, unavailable and other non-comparable results are excluded.
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