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Thomas, Velma ECC

3625 S Hoyne ST · Chicago, IL 60609

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Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass for Thomas, Velma ECC on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2634811

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

Recorded violations

  • 10

    ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: No hands washing sign in kitchen staff restroom, instructed to provide.

  • 48

    WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: No drain board for 3-comp sink, instructed manager to provide one for proper air drying of utensils.

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Inspection history

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Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2613407

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2613315

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

Recorded violations

  • 59

    PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2612813 DATED:2/26/25 Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS (CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2613158

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

Recorded violations

  • 59

    PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2612813 DATED:2/26/25 Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS (CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2612813

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

Recorded violations

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS were observed SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS(CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1INCH GAP UNDER EXTERIOR DOOR OFF PLAY AREA CONNECTED TO FOOD PREP AREA.OBSERVED SIDE OF DOOR IS NOT A TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ACTIVITY.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2589772

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2572252

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2553548

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

Recorded violations

  • 2

    CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.

  • 53

    TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: THE WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE FEMALE STAFF WASHROOM DID NOT HAVE A COVER ON IT; MUST REPLACE WASTE RECEPTACLE WITH ONE THAT HAS A COVER/LID.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2510338

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

Recorded violations

  • 1

    PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

  • 2

    CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

  • 36

    THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATORS IN ROOM 001,003,004,005 & 006.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING UNITS

  • 48

    WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-302.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST KIT FOR THE PLATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE,GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS AND CLOSETS.

  • 56

    ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN ALL CLASSROOMS.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2510057

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

Recorded violations

  • 1

    PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

  • 2

    CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW NOR A MANAGER ON DUTY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

  • 10

    ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINKS TEMPERATURES IN KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS RANGING FROM (71.5F-73.0F).MUST HAVE AT 100.0F FOR HAND WASHING AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

  • 36

    THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATORS IN ROOM 001,003,004,005 & 006.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING UNITS.

  • 48

    WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST KIT FOR THE PLATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

  • 50

    HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON SITE AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA(73.0F) AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK (72.9F) , HAND SINKS IN ALL TOILET ROOMS RANGING FROM (71.5F-72.9F).MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS AT 100.0F ,3- COMPARTMENT SINK 110.0F.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY 7-38-030(C)

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE,GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS AND CLOSETS.

  • 56

    ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN ALL CLASSROOMS.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2352873

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2240860

Location recorded for this inspection · Thomas, Velma ECC · 3625 S Hoyne ST

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

Recorded violations

  • 10

    ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: : 5-204.11 NO HANDWASHING SINKS IN ALL 7 PRE K CLASSROOMS WHERE OPEN FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED, BUFFET STYLE. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINKS WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN ALL CLASSROOMS WHERE FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 CEILING IN PREP AREA IMPROPERLY DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED. OBSERVED PAINTED SEWER/WASTE LINES ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTD TO HAVE CEILING SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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Chicago Department of Public Health via the City of Chicago Data Portal. Reference license 26891.

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