Sauce Cook
Council Bluffs, IA - USA
Job Summary
The Sauce Cook will perform a variety of duties including but not limited preparing mixing and cooking sauces according to approved recipes and formulas in a timely manner filling out all required Government and Company documentation inspection of work environment including equipment adjustments as necessary completing all required audits and tests according to company policy and procedure ensuring good housekeeping and 5S standards are met.
Essential Job Functions:
Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position
Ability to read write communicate and comprehend written instructions in English
Excellent communication skills
Must be well organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work individually as well as with others as a team at all levels
Intermediate math skills
Basic knowledge of computers including email
Ability to complete work requests for the correction of defects and improvements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively
Must be able to work in hot humid heat
Job Duties:
Complete and return all required documentation (e.g. HACCP SSOP Usage etc.) in English
Inspect work environment for defects prior to startup (e.g. infusers kettles cooling system etc.) ensuring proper notification upon discovery (e.g. QA Supervisor Maintenance)
Complete daily scale audit in English to ensure proper usage and prepare and adjust equipment as needed for startup
Verify ingredients and safely transfer all ingredients to kitchen using PIT ensuring good housekeeping and 5S standards are met
Review requisition and batch sheets to ensure all items and quantities received are correct
Perform viscosity and temperature checks and record the results in English adhering to company standards
Ensure sauce sample is taken according to company policy and procedure
Ensure all changeover activities are complete including returning ingredients disposing of trash and cleaning and sanitizing equipment
Attend daily/weekly DDS meetings as necessary
May perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledge of GMPs and food allergens
Ability to be HACCP Certified PIT Certified and LOTO Certified
Ability to operate computer
Ability to identify Critical Control Points (CCP)
Ability to read a thermometer
Knowledge of the 5S concept
Ability to work with pork chicken beef and shellfish products in addition to many other ingredients and allergens
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience: 3 months production or related experience preferred.
Anticipated Close Date: October 17 2026Location: Council Bluffs IowaOur Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical dental and vision insurance company-paid life accident and disability insurance
Wealth: Great pay 401(k)/pension eligibility financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
Growth: Career development opportunities employee resource groups and team collaboration
Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities
Our Company
At Conagra Brands we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18000 person team across 40 locations you are empowered to reach your potential make an impact and own your career. Were in the business of building champions within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex race color religion ethnic or national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age pregnancy leave status disability veteran status genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
Required Experience:
IC