Kozminski in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at Kozminski during a routine inspection conducted on 04/17/2023.

Situated at 936 E 54th St (5400S), the establishment is part of Englewood's active food service sector. The Englewood area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Rodent Activity in the Following Areas: in Dining Area #1 30-35 Droppings in Corners and Along Wall Bases, Hallway Between Dining Areas Droppings in the Corners and Along Wall Bases 20-22 Droppings Noted, Dining Area #2 Along Wall Bases and Corners 15-18 Droppings Noted, Prep Area in Corner Behind Reach in Cooler 6-7 Droppings, Pre K Room 40-50 Droppings Along Wall Bases on Carpeting Where Children Sit and Nap. Instructed to Detail Clean All Areas and Maintain. Priority Violataion 7-38-020(a) No Citation Issued. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The second violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The third violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Facilities Maintained - Comments: Observed Outside Garbage Recepticles Open and 1 Over Flowing with Clear Plastic Trash Bags. Instructed to Have Containers Closed with All Garbage Contained Inside of Container. at All Times. Priority Foundation 7-38-020(b) No Citation Issued. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The fourth violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Floors Throughout School in Need of Detail Cleaning to Remove Al. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/17/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.