Bucks County Department of Health

Inspection Report

AMATO PIZZA
116 TRENTON RD FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Inspection Date: 01/17/2025
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#	Violation
1	Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses Inspector Comments 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. PIC, William Villa Peratta, completed application during inspection and provided the Department with check in the field. Recommend additional employees apply to cover all hours of operation and/or food preparation.
18	Proper cooling time & temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Time/temperature control for food safety (TCS) products observed maintaining poor product temperatures while cooling in the food preparation area. A container of chicken breasts and marinara sauce observed holding 94F and 124F, respectively. The container of chicken was stored above the frost line in the worktop refrigerator. Product discarded. TCS food products must be placed under refrigeration by a temperature of 135F to properly cool in time/temperature requirements. TCS food products must cool from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and to 41F in another 4 hours. Marinara placed in smaller batches and placed in walk-in cooler.
37	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Inspector Comments Containers and boxes of food product observed on the floor in the walk-in cooler. All food products must be stored a minimum of 6 inches off the floor on approved shelving. Shelving/tables are lined with foil. Do not line equipment for ease of cleaning.
42	Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled Inspector Comments Containers are being stacked wet after cleaning and sanitizing. Allow wares to fully air dry prior to stacking to prevent microbial growth.
47	Non-food contact surfaces clean Inspector Comments The interior surface of the continental double door freezer is unclean with accumulated food debris. Clean and maintain.

AMATO PIZZA
116 TRENTON RD FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Inspection Date: 01/10/2024
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#	Violation
1	Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses Inspector Comments 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. Personnel on-site during inspection maintains current ServSafe Food Safety Manager certification (expires 12-15-28). A completed application (SA-71) for CFSM must be submitted to the Department.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 1. No measureable sanitizing solution concentration was detected in the chemical-sanitizing mechanical dishwasher. Container of sanitizing solution (Chlorine-based) was replaced with new during inspection. Concentration subsequently measured at 50ppm Chlorine. 2. A pink, bacteria-like substance is present in the ice chute of the self-service beverage dispenser. Ice chute was removed, disassembled and cleaned and sanitized during inspection.
22	Time as a public health control; procedures & record Inspector Comments Pizza slices on display are not accompanied by an identifier indicating a time by which they are to be sold or discarded. If time, rather than temperature, is used as the public health control the food must be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Existing slices on display not sold by 3pm must be discarded. New pies must be labeled as required.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments Mouse droppings observed on floor in basement: * below bagged/boxed soda syrup * below gas line connections Remove and discard droppings. Clean affected areas to allow for effective monitoring of pest activity. Contact facility’s exterminator with findings and for additional monitoring and/or treatment.
37	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Inspector Comments 1. Boxes of food found stacked/stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer. All food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. 2. Food products and single-use containers are being stored below a sewer drain line in the basement. To protect from contamination, food products are not permitted to be stored below a sewer line. Relocate affected products. 3. Uncooked chicken and cooked crumbled sausage were found being stored on the floor below the stainless steel prep table. Affected products were relocated to the walk-in cooler during inspection.
42	Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled Inspector Comments Lexan storage containers, designated as clean, were found to be stacked/nested while still wet. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored covered or inverted, and in a self-draining position that allows air drying.
45	Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 1. Large plastic scoop used for dispensing flour is broken with no handle and jagged edges. 2. Dough tray found with deteriorated corners. Discard. Scoop was discarded and replaced with new during inspection. Affected dough tray removed from service.
53	Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean Inspector Comments Wet mop found stored in hanging landing/stairway to basement and dripping wastewater onto the floor below. After use, mops must be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.

AMATO PIZZA
116 TRENTON RD FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Inspection Date: 07/17/2023
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#	Violation
1	Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses Inspector Comments 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. Note: BCDH Food license will not be renewed unless facility has employee(s) certified as food safety manager or proof of enrollment in such course/testing is provided.
6	Hands clean & properly washed Inspector Comments Food employee was observed rinsing hands in the food preparation sink. Handwashing must be conducted with soap and water (85°F and above) and be performed in the dedicated handwashing sink(s).
7	No bare hand contact with RTE foods or approved alternate method properly followed Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Food worker was observed using bare hands for preparing ready to eat food (long roll). Disposable gloves, deli tissue, tongs or similar utensils must be used to prevent bare hand contact with ready to eat food. Affected food was discarded during inspection.
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 1. Handwashing sink near the mop sink does not have soap available. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap, individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or a heated-air hand drying device. Soap was provided during inspection. 2. Handwashing sink near the mop sink was found to contain containers, utensils and food product. Handwashing sinks must be kept clean and clear of any items to allow for available and proper handwashing. Sink was cleared of affected items during inspection.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Inspector Comments The low-heat, chemical sanitizing mechanical dishwasher is not functioning properly. The 'start' button is stuck in the depressed position, not allowing the unit to properly cycle or shut off. All warewashing must be performed in the 3-compartment sink until mechanical dishwasher is repaired and operating properly. Forward service report for unit to this Department.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Various food products (turkey 52°F, cheese 54°F, ham 54°F, hard boiled eggs 53°F,sausage 56°F) in the cook-line prep unit were measured above range for cold-holding. Ambient temperature in unit was measured at 42°F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at or below 41ºF. Affected products were discarded during inspection. Lids to unit must be closed when not in active use.
22	Time as a public health control; procedures & record Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Pizza slices on display are not accompanied by the correct time, indicating a time by which they are to be sold, or discarded. Times on chart for today indicated pizzas were made at 10:30 am. Remaining mushroom-topped pizza was discarded during inspection. Pizza time chart was updated with pies recently made an placed in display area. If time, rather than temperature, is used as the public health control the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control.
34	Thermometer provided & accurate Inspector Comments No analog thermometer is available in the 3-door prep unit (where food products within were measured above range for cold-holding temperature). Obtain and use for continuous monitoring of ambient temperature within unit. In a mechanically refrigerated storage unit, the thermometer shall be located in the warmest part of the refrigerated food storage unit.
37	Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Inspector Comments Boxes of food product were found being stored directly on the floor in the walk-in freezer. All food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Elevate affected products as required.
45	Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used Inspector Comments Door to the walk-in freezer (from the walk-in refrigerator) is not closing properly. Ice accumulation on and around door jamb and freezer door is not allowing door to close. Remove ice and maintain.

AMATO PIZZA
116 TRENTON RD FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Inspection Date: 01/27/2023
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#	Violation
1	Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses Inspector Comments 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 must be submitted to the Department. Personnel on-site during inspection maintains current Food Safety Manager certification.
4	Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 1. Open coffee cup found on prep table next to deli slicer. 2. Single-use water bottle found on prep unit. An employee may not eat, drink or use any form of tobacco unless the use occurs in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection cannot result. Affected items were removed/discarded during inspection.
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 1. At time of BCDH inspector arrival, handwash sinks contained steel scrub pads, lexan containers, rags, dumped coffee, etc. A handwashing facility shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Affected items were removed during inspection. 2. No paper towels are available at the hand wash sink in the warewashing area. Each handwashing sink shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap, individual, disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel or a heated-air hand drying device.
38	Personal cleanliness Inspector Comments 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.

AMATO PIZZA
116 TRENTON RD FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
Inspection Date: 01/05/2023
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#	Violation
1	Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses Inspector Comments 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. Personnel on-site during inspection maintains current ServSafe Food Safety Manager certification. Facility must submit certification credentials with CFSM application to this Department.
8	Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments At time of BCDH inspector arrival, lexan pans and other items were found in the handwashing sink. A handwashing facility shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Affected containers were removed to the warewashing area during inspection.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Inspector Comments Food employee observed washing wares at the 3-compartment sink without properly rinsing and sanitizing affected wares.
14	Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments No measureable sanitizing solution (Chlorine) concentration was available at the low-heat mechanical dishwasher. Sanitizing solution container was replaced during inspection and subsequent cycles of unit produced 50 ppm Chlorine residual.
20	Proper cold holding temperature Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Ham (48°F) and cheeese (55°F) in the sandwich prep station was measured above range for cold-holding temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be cold held at or below 41ºF. Other items within unit were measured within proper range. Affected cheese was discarded during inspection. Keep lids to unit closed when not in active use. Food products must not exceed top level of drop-in containers to maintain cold-holding temperature.
26	Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments OTC pain medication found being stored on prep table. Medicines that are in a food facility for the employees' use shall be located to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles. Medicine was relocated to designated employee item area during inspection.
36	Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons Inspector Comments Rodent droppings observed on floor near walls in basement food storage areas. Dead mice observed in traps located near the soda syrup in basement storage area. Remove and discard all droppings. Clean affected areas. Contact facility's exterminator with findings and for additional monitoring and treatment.
38	Personal cleanliness Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments 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. Food workers donned hair restraints during inspection.
41	In-use utensils: properly stored Corrected On-Site. Inspector Comments Cutting utensils found being stored blade-down between prep units and other equipment. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils may be stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the table or equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a required frequency. Affected utensils were removed to the warewashing area during inspection.
45	Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used Inspector Comments Several metal scrub pads were observed in the warewashing area. Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. Materials that are used in the construction of utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment may not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors or tastes to food.