SMART LEARNING CENTER in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/13/25

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at SMART LEARNING CENTER in an inspection dated 08/13/2025.

Located at 2980-2988 S ARCHER AVE in the Bridgeport area, the establishment serves the local community. The Bridgeport neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: 1. Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties - Comments: Person in Charge (pic) Has No Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate. Instructed to Have Pics Obtain and Maintain a Valid Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate. Priority Foundation Citation Issued on Violation #2.. 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 cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: 2. City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Found No Chicago Certified Food Manager Nor Certificate on Site While Preparing/serving Tcs Foods (i.e. Chicken, Pork, Milk Etc.). Instructed to Obtain and Maintain a Valid Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate. Priority Foundation 7-38-012 Citation Issued. 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 third violation concerned food temperatures. Inspectors documented: 22. Proper Cold Holding Temperatures - Comments: Tcs Foods (17 Gallons of Milk) Stored in the Refrigerator at Improper Temperatures. Temperatures Ranged From 46.6f to 47.8f. Instructed to Keep Tcs Foods at 41f or Lower. Pic Discarded of Milk an Approximately $50. Critical Violation 7-38-005 Citation Issued. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.

The fourth violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: 33. Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control - Comments: Refrig. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

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 08/13/2025 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.