More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Willa Cather Elementary School last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 1, 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 Sep 18, 2024 to Sep 1, 2026.
Has Willa Cather Elementary School ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 18, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass
Sep 1, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED A MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE NEAR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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 COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE CAFETERIA EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 PAPER TOWELS IN THE CAFETERIA EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
REPLACE THE MISSING DOOR HANDLE FOR THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.
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.