The Bowery
FAILFriday, August 20, 2021 at 4:36 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Raw chicken 51F and raw hamburgers 50F. Both in units not holding temperature. PIC removed and will have unit repaired.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
PIC called to have two refrigerators serviced in the kitchen. Both running high and food was between 50F to 51F. PIC removed food to another unit.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
PIC will need to monitor food in storage. Food should be properly covered. Found a large container of chips under stove with not cover. PIC removed.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-601.11-C
Standards of Identity (C)
Bulk food containers not labeled on cooking line and in prep area. Large and small containers.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean in place equipment in basement prep. Soiled. Clean all shelves in kitchen warewashing and basement prep. Soiled. Clean green wire shelves in basemenrt walk in. Paint peeling and rusty shelves.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker expires this month. Please have both cleaned.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board on cooking line will need to be replace or resurfaced. Board has a lot of deep dark scores.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-903.11-C
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)
To go containers on the floor in the basement storage area. Please store 6 inches off the floor.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the walls and floor on cooking line Warewashing area and basement prep.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean