SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
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When was Tilden Achievement Acad.(&Tilden Career Comm.Hs) last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 29, 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 Feb 27, 2024 to Jan 29, 2026.
Has Tilden Achievement Acad.(&Tilden Career Comm.Hs) ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 27, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass
Jan 29, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
Exposed insulation around hot water pipe near food prep table, instructed to cover to prevent physical contamination
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 29, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 17, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE AREAS THROUGHOUT SCHOOL WITH EXCESSIVE PEELING PAINT; ABOVE SINK NEAR CHEMICAL DISPENSERS IN KITCHEN AREA, IN GIRLS LOCKER ROOM ON WALL, ON CEILING IN BOYS' RESTROOM, ON CEILINGS ABOVE THIRD FLOOR STAIRWELL. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR ALL AREAS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 27, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON THE TOP OF THE ICE BIN WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES PROPERLY.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA LOCATED ON THE 4TH FLOOR IN THE CULINARY ARTS ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS LOCATED ON THE 4TH FLOOR IN THE CULINARY ARTS ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT PROPERLY.
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 THE DISH MACHINE THE 4TH FLOOR IN THE NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.