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CD CATERING

5536 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60630 · Restaurant (Catering)

Inspection summary

CD CATERING has been inspected 15 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since March 4, 2011. The most recent inspection, on May 8, 2019, found no infractions.

10 of 15 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food source, labelling and allergens.

The last 5 inspections in a row found no infractions. The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on December 11, 2012. For example: FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 11 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on October 19, 2015. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 1, 2015. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.

    Recorded once on October 19, 2015. For example: * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 19, 2015. For example: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

15 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    0 infractions

  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    0 infractions

  5. Canvass

    0 infractions

  6. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • Previous serious violations not corrected from 9-1-15,report#1482958 #35-OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE FRONT AREA/OFFICE AREA ALSO OBSERVED FOOD STAINS ON WALLS AT PREP AREA Employee went to buy ceiling tiles. critical violation:7-42-090
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • No certified food manager on premises while potentially hazardous food are presently prepared:variety of cut fresh fruit:watermelon,honey dew,cantaloupe etc.Also no valid city sanitation certificated posted on premises.Instructed to enroll to class.at one certified food manager must be on premises while potentially hazardous food are prepared,handled and served. serious violation:7-38-012
    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • up graded to violation #14 for violation #35
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • up graded to violation #14
    • 70. NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
      • Observed a man smoking inside the premise between the front area and prep area,at present time food was exposed food, another employee was handling ready to eat food: cut fresh fruit:cantaloupe,honeydew etc.Food will be used for catering. Observed on premises on top the desk which is located in prep area an ashtray, on top the printer at left side of the desk a pack of cigarette and on top of front counter by the door another pack of cigarette. Clean indoor air ordinance:7-32-015
  7. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 8-19-14,REPORT #1424442 #34-OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA BY STAND UP 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER (BY COMPUTER). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP FLOOR CLEAN/DRY THROUGHOUT. #35-OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE FRONT AREA/OFFICE AREA ALSO OBSERVED FOOD STAINS ON WALLS AT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND CLEAN WALLS. #37-WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR, WASHROOM DOOR MUST SELF CLOSE SAME VIOLATION WAS OBSERVED TODAY.A LOT OF SALT ON FLOOR WITH WATER .INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • STORAGES IS CLUTTERED INSTRUCTED TO RE-ORGANIZE AREAS.REMOVE WHAT IS NOT NEEDED
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • UP GRADED TO #29
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • UP-GRADED TO VIOLATION #29
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • VIOLATION UPGRADED TO #29
  8. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA BY STAND UP 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER (BY COMPUTER). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP FLOOR CLEAN/DRY THROUGHOUT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE FRONT AREA/OFFICE AREA ALSO OBSERVED FOOD STAINS ON WALLS AT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND CLEAN WALLS.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR, WASHROOM DOOR MUST SELF CLOSE.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 3-COMPARTMENT SINK RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
  9. Canvass

    0 infractions

  10. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE PREP COOLER (2) DOOR. (FRONT AREA).
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLER ESPECIALLY DOORS AND HANDLE WITH DEBRIS AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (CORNERS) WITH SLIMY SUBSTANCE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS/OPENING ON (BROKEN) WALLS AROUND PIPES BEHIND HAND SINK INSIDE WASHROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF REACH IN COOLERS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
  11. Canvass

    0 infractions

  12. Canvass

    0 infractions

  13. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in reach in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in reach in cooler, reach in freezer.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors under cooking equipment, heavy equipment need cleaning(detailed).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in front kitchen area shall be repaired/replaced.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Light shields in kitchen areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
  14. Canvass

    0 infractions

  15. License

    0 infractions

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