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When was Jcys Iris & Steven Podolsky Family Center last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 21, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from May 2, 2024 to Apr 21, 2026.
Has Jcys Iris & Steven Podolsky Family Center ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 2, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
License
Apr 21, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE FOR HANDWASHING SINK IN THE MENS RESTROOM ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED LINENS STORED IN LINEN BAG DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR OF THE LAUNDRY MACHINE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE LINENS IN LINEN BAGS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED LARGE (APPROXIMATELY 4" IN DIAMETER) HOLE IN THE FLOOR OF THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FLOR TO ELIMINATE LARGE HOLE AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 23, 2025 · Original Source
License
May 2, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT PREPARING FOOD IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDED HAIR RESTRAINT FOR EMPLOYEE IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE KITCHEN MILK REFRIGERATOR.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED IN INFANT CLASSROOM #2.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE ACCURATE,WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE SAID REFRIGERATOR.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS TO HAVE APPROXIMATELY 1/4" GAP OPENING AT BOTTOMS OF DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.