Food Facility Inspection Report  
Bucks County Department of Health
Health Building, Neshaminy Manor Center
Doylestown, PA 18901 (215) 345-3318
Total Violations  9 Date of Inspection  03/15/2023
Risk Violations Count  4 Inspection Time  01.1
Arrival Time 13:06 Recommended for License  NO
Travel Time 00.2 Facility Closure  NO
Food Facility
BOWMAN'S TAVERN
Address
1600 RIVER RD
City/State
NEW HOPE, PA
Zip Code
18938
Telephone
(215) 862-2972
Facility ID #
47F006
Owner
BOWMAN'S ASSOCIATION
Purpose of Inspection
Initial
License Type
Permanent
Risk Category
 3

FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS

IN=in compliance    OUT=not in compliance    N/O=not observed    N/A=not applicable
  
COS=corrected on-site during inspection    R=repeat violation
Compliance Status COS R
Demonstration of Knowledge
1 OUT Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses   X
Employee Health
2 IN Management awareness; policy present    
3 IN Proper use of reporting; restriction & exclusion    
Good Hygienic Practices
4 IN Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use    
5 IN No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth    
Preventing Contamination by Hazards
6 IN Hands clean & properly washed    
7 IN No bare hand contact with RTE foods or approved alternate method properly followed    
8 IN Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible    
Approved Source
9 IN Food obtained from approved source    
10 IN Food received at proper temperature    
11 IN Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated    
12 IN Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction    
Protection from Contamination
13 OUT Food separated & protected    
14 IN Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized    
15 IN Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, & unsafe food    
 
Compliance Status COS R
Potentially Hazardous Food Time/Temperature
16 IN Proper cooking time & temperature    
17 IN Proper reheating procedures for hot holding    
18 IN Proper cooling time & temperature    
19 IN Proper hot holding temperature    
20 OUT Proper cold holding temperature   X
21 IN Proper date marking & disposition    
22 IN Time as a public health control; procedures & record    
Consumer Advisory
23 IN Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods    
Highly Susceptible Populations
24 IN Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered    
Chemical
25 IN Food additives: approved & properly used    
26 IN Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used    
Conformance with Approved Procedure
27 OUT Compliance with variance, specialized process, & HACCP plan   X
Risk factors are improper practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public Health Interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury. * - Critical Item Requiring Immediate Action
GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods.
Compliance Status COS R
Safe Food and Water
28 IN Pasteurized eggs used where required    
29 IN Water & ice from approved source    
30 IN Variance obtained for specialized processing methods    
Food Temperature Control
31 IN Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control    
32 IN Plant food properly cooked for hot holding    
33 OUT Approved thawing methods used    
34 IN Thermometer provided & accurate    
35 IN Food properly labeled; original container    
Prevention of Food Contamination
36 IN Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons    
37 IN Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display    
38 OUT Personal cleanliness    
39 OUT Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
40 IN Washing fruit & vegetables    
 
Compliance Status COS R
Proper Use of Utensils
41 OUT In-use utensils: properly stored   X
42 IN Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled    
43 IN Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used    
44 IN Gloves used properly    
Utensils, Equipment and Vending
45 IN Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used    
46 IN Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips    
47 OUT Non-food contact surfaces clean    
Physical Facilities
48 IN Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure    
49 IN Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices    
50 IN Sewage & waste water properly disposed    
51 IN Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned    
52 IN Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained    
53 IN Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean    
54 IN Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used    
Person in Charge (Signature)         Title    Matthew Date: 03/15/2023
Inspector (Signature) Wendy Bee (127) Date: 03/15/2023
 
  Food Facility Inspection Report  
Bucks County Department of Health
Health Building, Neshaminy Manor Center
Doylestown, PA 18901 (215) 345-3318
Date of Inspection  03/15/2023
Arrival Time  13:06
Recommended for License  NO
Facility Closure  NO
Facility
Bowman's Tavern
Address
1600 RIVER RD
City/State
NEW HOPE, PA
Zip Code
18938
Telephone
(215) 862-2972
Facility ID #
47F006
Owner
Bowman's Association
Purpose of Inspection
Initial
License Type
Permanent
Risk Category
 3
TEMPERATURE OBSERVATIONS
Item/Location Temp Item/Location Temp Item/Location Temp
Soup/Hot-Hold Unit 139 ° F Ambient/Stand Up Reach In 39 ° F Ambient/Sautee Prep Unit 43 ° F
Ambient/Salad Prep Unit 33 ° F Ambient/Sandwich Prep Unit 39 ° F Ambient/Walk-In Cooler 41 ° F
Ambient/Walk-In Cooler 0 ° F    
     
OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number
Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
*1 *There is no food safety manager certified by this Department (CFSM) on duty as required. A CFSM must be on duty at all times the facility is open and/or food is being prepared. A completed application(SA-71)for CFSM, or proof of enrollment in an approved safety class must be submitted to the Department.  Repeat Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/22/2023
*13 *Produce found being stored on the floor. All food storage must be 6 inches or higher off ground surface.
Must educate all employees on proper storage of food items
 New Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
*20 *Ice baths are being used for server sides and dressings. Ice must be to the top of the container to properly keep products cold.
Must monitor ice baths or replace with a refrigerated case
 Repeat Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/15/2023
*27 *Facility is vacuum sealing meats and various other items. There is no HACCP plan on file for reduced oxygen packaging. Must submit a HACCP plan for approval for all items to be vacuum sealed before vacuum sealing can resume.  Repeat Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
*27 *Facility had frozen vacuum sealed fish in the Walk In Freezer.
Fish is not permitted to be vacuum sealed by facility. Fish must be fully frozen before vacuum sealing and an approved HACCP plan must be followed if this practice is to continue
 Repeat Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
33 Upon arrival, a bucket with water and vacuum sealed frozen chicken was found on the outside deck by the back door.
When asked to correct this procedure, the chicken in vacuum bags was placed in the prep sink.
To thaw products properly, temperature must be monitored.
The following procedures are approved to thaw properly:
1. Submerged under cool running water
2. From frozen to refrigeration to thaw
3. From frozen to direct to cooking
Must discontinue allowing products to sit out of Temperature Control to thaw.
Must educate all employees on proper thawing procedures  New Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
38 Food workers are not wearing hair restraints as required.
Employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, that are effectively designed and worn to keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.  New Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
39 Wet wiping cloths were found throughout prep and cook areas. All wiping cloths, when not in use, must be stored in sanitizer solution. Discontinue allowing wiping cloths to sit on surface to contaminate surfaces  New Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
41 Facility is storing utensils in standing water. All utensils in use must be stored in a smooth, easily cleanable, non-porous location. Discontinue storing utensils in water unless the water is kept at a minimum of 135F, or has constant water flow as in an ice cream scoop well. Keep utensils in a dry clean container and wash every 4 hours.  Repeat Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
47 Wall behind steam table on cook line, containing au jus, must be repaired or resurfaced to be a smooth, easily cleanable and non-porous surface. This is painted wood with the paint wearing away.  New Violation. To be Corrected By: 03/16/2023
   
General Remarks
A regulatory service fee will be charged for 1st compliance inspection.
Failure to submit HACCP plan for approval of all vacuum sealing will result in disposal of all vacuum sealed products.
Must show proof of registration in Serv-Safe classes.
A major improvement in training and monitoring employees for food safety practices is needed at this facility.
License will not be issued until facility can demonstrate knowledge on vacuum sealing, proof of registration in Serv-Safe classes and correcting above violations.
Person in Charge (Signature)         Title    Matthew Date: 03/15/2023
Inspector (Signature) Wendy Bee (127) Date: 03/15/2023