Jcs Wind Lake

26301 S WINDLAKE RD, Wind Lake, WI 53185 · Racine County

46cited violations

16serious tier

15inspections

Establishment

Type: Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Retail Food - Serving Meals)
Inspected by: Central Racine County Health Department
License / ID: JLOO-CLVSHR
Status: Permitted
Phone: (414) 324-7451
Official record: Central Racine County Health Department inspection reports

Year by year

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	3	10	3
2025	3	15	3
2024	5	13	6
2023	4	8	4

Inspections

Jul 16, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  Raw fish and ground beef was stored over RTE foods in Traulsen cooler. Raw bacon was stored over RTE food in walk in cooler. RTE foods were moved above raw food during inspection.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING
  
  Prepare chicken in Traulsen did not have a date. Date was provided during inspection.
  
  Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.
  
  Code 3-501.17 (A)
Jun 2, 2026 Follow Up · 1 priority
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  Raw ground beef and sausage was stored over RTE. Raw product was moved to bottom drawer during inspection.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
Jan 20, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 4 priority foundation, 2 core
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  In Traulsen cooler, raw beef was stored over RTE food. Beef was moved to bottom drawer during inspection.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - SANITIZATION
  
  The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge of proper sanitization methods for utensils and food contact surfaces. Discussion was had with employee during inspection.
  
  Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials in the areas of sanitization so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.
  
  Code 2-102.11 (C) (11)
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - COOKING TIMES AND TEMPERATURES
  
  The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge of safe cooking temperatures. Handout provided in email and discussion was had during inspection.
  
  Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials on safe cooking temperatures so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.
  
  Code 2-102.11 (C) (6)
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  WHERE TO WASH
  
  Employee stated he didn't know if the hand sink provided worked because he always washes his hands in the 3 compartment sink. Discussion was hand with employee about using the hand wash only sink.
  
  Correction: Employees shall wash their hands in a designated handwash sink. Handwashing is prohibited in food preparation, warewashing and mop sinks.
  
  Code 2-301.15
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING
  
  No date mark was provided for house made ranch. Date was added during inspection.
  
  Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.
  
  Code 3-501.17 (A)
- Not serious Core
  VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM - DROP PREVENTION
  
  The vent above the fryer has grease droplets.
  
  Correction: Provide, repair, or replace the exhaust ventilation hood system so that grease or condensation is prevented from draining or dripping onto food, equipment, utensils, linens, single service or single use articles.
  
  Code 4-204.11
- Not serious Core
  SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
  
  A whole in the floor was observed by the ice machine.
  
  Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.
  
  Code 6-101.11
Jul 10, 2025 Follow Up · 1 priority foundation, 2 core, 3 repeat
- Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat
  THERMOMETERS - FOOD - ACCURACY
  
  Thermometer does not turn on.
  
  Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.
  
  Code 4-203.11
- Not serious Core Repeat
  VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM - DROP PREVENTION
  
  The vent above the grill has an accumulation of grease.
  
  Correction: Provide, repair, or replace the exhaust ventilation hood system so that grease or condensation is prevented from draining or dripping onto food, equipment, utensils, linens, single service or single use articles.
  
  Code 4-204.11
- Not serious Core Repeat
  SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
  
  There are missing tiles on the ground next to ice machine.
  
  Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.
  
  Code 6-101.11
Jul 7, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation, 3 core, 2 repeat
- Serious Priority
  DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION
  
  Coleslaw, ranch, salsa and tarter sauce is not provided with a date mark.
  
  Correction: Discard ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food requiring a date mark that has exceeded the discard date or has not been provided with a date mark. Will return 7/10 to see items marked.
  
  Code 3-501.18 (A)
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  TOXIC SUBSTANCES - STORAGE
  
  Hand soap was stored over food and single service items in storage area. It was moved during the inspection.
  
  Correction: Rearrange area so that toxic materials are stored below or away from food, equipment and single service items.
  
  Code 7-201.11 (B)
- Not serious Priority Foundation
  THERMOMETERS - FOOD - ACCURACY
  
  Thermometer does not turn on.
  
  Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.
  
  Code 4-203.11
- Not serious Core
  VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM - DROP PREVENTION
  
  The vent above the grill has an accumulation of grease.
  
  Correction: Provide, repair, or replace the exhaust ventilation hood system so that grease or condensation is prevented from draining or dripping onto food, equipment, utensils, linens, single service or single use articles.
  
  Code 4-204.11
- Not serious Core Repeat
  NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY
  
  The microwave is soiled and is not cleaned on a frequent basis.
  
  Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.
  
  Code 4-602.13
- Not serious Core Repeat
  SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
  
  There are missing tiles on the ground next to ice machine.
  
  Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.
  
  Code 6-101.11
Jan 3, 2025 Routine · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 3 core
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  RESPONSIBILITY OF FOOD EMPLOYEES AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES TO REPORT
  
  Food employee was not aware of the signs, symptoms, diagnosis required to reported to the person in charge.
  
  Correction: Train employees on the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne disease. Inform employees that this information shall be reported to the person in charge. Provided education and fact sheet during inspection.
  
  Code 2-201.11 (E)
- Not serious Priority Foundation
  CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
  
  Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement.
  
  Correction: When menu is reprinted, properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory. Provided factsheet on consumer advisory.
  
  Code 3-603.11 (B)
- Not serious Priority Foundation
  WAREWASHING - SANITIZING SOLUTION - TESTING DEVICES
  
  A QUAT test kit is not available for checking sanitizer concentrations.
  
  Correction: Provide a test kit or other device for measuring the concentration of sanitizing solutions. Send photo of test kit upon receipt to number provided.
  
  Code 4-302.14
- Not serious Core
  NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY
  
  Microwave interior was found soiled.
  
  Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.
  
  Code 4-602.13
- Not serious Core
  PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR
  
  Water softener was empty and not maintained in good repair.
  
  Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Clean out brine tank and fill with salt.
  
  Code 5-205.15 (B)
- Not serious Core
  SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
  
  There are missing and cracked floor tiles surrounding the ice machine.
  
  Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.
  
  Code 6-101.11
Jul 17, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 1 core, 2 repeat
- Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  Raw shell eggs found stored over ready to eat foods in the WI Cooler.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Eggs were moved to lowest shelf in the WI Cooler.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
- Not serious Priority Foundation
  CONSUMER ADVISORY - PROVIDED
  
  Consumer advisory is missing astericks next to any item offered raw or undercooked.
  
  Correction: When menu is reprinted provide an astericks next to any item offered/served in a raw or undercooked condition.
  
  Code 3-603.11 (A)
- Not serious Core Repeat
  FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR
  
  Cans, boxes and single service items are stored on the floor in the dry storage area.
  
  Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor.
  
  Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)
Feb 13, 2024 Follow Up · No items found

No violations cited.
Feb 2, 2024 Follow Up · 1 priority, 1 repeat
- Serious Priority Repeat
  TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
  
  All TCS foods were cold held at 46-48°F in the prep cooler.
  
  Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. All TCS foods were moved or discarded during inspection. Discontinue use until the cooler is serviced and operational.
  
  Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)
Jan 31, 2024 Follow Up · 1 priority, 1 repeat
- Serious Priority Repeat
  TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
  
  All TCS foods were cold held at 46-48°F in the prep cooler.
  
  Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. All TCS foods were moved or discarded during inspection. Discontinue use until the cooler is serviced and operational.
  
  Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)
Jan 23, 2024 Routine · 3 priority, 1 priority foundation, 4 core, 2 repeat
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  RESPONSIBILITY OF FOOD EMPLOYEES AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES TO REPORT
  
  Food employee were not aware of the signs, symptoms, or diagnosis they are required to the person in charge.
  
  Correction: Train employees on the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne disease. Inform employees that this information shall be reported to the person in charge. Provided factsheet and education during inspection.
  
  Code 2-201.11 (E)
- Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  Raw chicken breast found stored over Ranch dressing in Traulsen and Raw shell eggs stored over misc sauces/RTE foods in the WI Cooler.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Coolers were reorganized during the inspection.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
- Serious Priority Repeat
  TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
  
  All TCS foods were cold held at 46-48°F in the prep cooler.
  
  Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. All TCS foods were moved or discarded during inspection. Discontinue use until the cooler is serviced and operational.
  
  Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)
- Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
  HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY
  
  Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink at the cookline.
  
  Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing. Provided soap during inspection.
  
  Code 6-301.11
- Not serious Core Corrected on site
  IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE
  
  Cups used as scoops in multiple containers throughout the kitchen.
  
  Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F. Cups were removed during inspection.
  
  Code 3-304.12
- Not serious Core
  FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR
  
  Foods and single service items were found stored on the floor in the dry storage area.
  
  Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor.
  
  Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)
- Not serious Core
  PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR
  
  The faucet of the bar 4 compartment sink is leaking and not maintained in good repair.
  
  Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.
  
  Code 5-205.15 (B)
- Not serious Core
  SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS
  
  There is a large hole and missing tiles in the men's bathroom.
  
  Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.
  
  Code 6-101.11
Nov 29, 2023 Follow Up · No items found

No violations cited.
Nov 8, 2023 Follow Up · 1 core, 1 repeat
- Not serious Core Repeat
  CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
  
  The certified food manager for this establishment is expired as of May.
  
  Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within 30 days. License status has been changed to conditional and establishment will be put out of business if CFM certificate not provided by correct by date.
  
  Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)
Jul 18, 2023 Follow Up · 1 core, 1 repeat
- Not serious Core Repeat
  CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
  
  The certified food manager for this establishment is expired as of May.
  
  Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within 90 days.
  
  Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)
Jul 6, 2023 Routine · 4 priority, 2 core, 1 repeat
- Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site
  PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS
  
  Raw pork was found stored over RTE foods in the Traulsen Cooler/Freezer.
  
  Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination. Pork was moved to the lowest shelf during inspection.
  
  Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING
  
  TCS foods in the top portion of the food prep cooler was holding at 44°F.
  
  Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items. All TCS foods were moved or discarded during inspection. Have cooler serviced and notify dept once operational.
  
  Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  DATE MARKING - DISPOSITION
  
  Hamburgers exceeded its date mark.
  
  Correction: Discard ready-to-eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food requiring a date mark that has exceeded the discard date or has not been provided with a date mark. Burgers were discarded during inspection. Reminder - put date on burgers when removed from the freezer.
  
  Code 3-501.18 (A)
- Serious Priority Corrected on site
  FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS
  
  The keystone QUAT sanitizer was not being used according to EPA registered label use instructions and was at 0 PPM at the kitchen 3 comp sink and 500PPM+ at the bar 3 compartment sink.
  
  Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer or repair or adjust warewashing equipment to provide proper sanitizer concentration. Both sinks were adjusted to have 200PPM during inspection.
  
  Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)
- Not serious Core
  CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
  
  The certified food manager for this establishment is expired as of May.
  
  Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within 90 days.
  
  Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)
- Not serious Core Corrected on site
  FOOD CONTAMINATION - FOOD STORAGE PROHIBITED AREAS
  
  Boxes of soda concentrate were stored under sewer lines in the basement and single-service items and BBQ sause were stored on the floor in dry storage area. Both leaving food/SS items subject to contamination.
  
  Correction: Remove food items from this area to an area not subject to contamination. Items were moved during inspection.
  
  Code 3-305.12

Source: Central Racine County Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.