Sauce Cook

conagrabrands; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Sauce Cook to prepare, mix, and cook sauces according to approved recipes. You will complete required documentation, inspect equipment and maintain 5S standards while adhering to GMP and HACCP guidelines.

The role requires reading and understanding English, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You will work a 2:00 PM–12:00 AM shift with overtime as needed. Competitive hourly rate provided and comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and comprehend English
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Intermediate math and basic computer use
• Knowledge of GMPs and food allergens
• HACCP, PIT and LOTO certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and cook sauces per approved recipes
• Complete required documentation in English (HACCP, SSOP, usage)
• Inspect equipment and work area for defects and notify QA or supervisor
• Perform daily scale audits and ensure proper startup adjustments
• Verify ingredients and transfer to kitchen while maintaining 5S standards
• Conduct viscosity and temperature checks and record results
• Attend DDS meetings as scheduled
• May perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Reading & writing English

Teamwork

Math skills

Computer literacy

HACCP knowledge

Allergen awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shift: 2:00 PM-12:00 AM

Hourly Rate: $24.51 an hour

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 GMP's 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 thermometerKnowledge 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, 2026

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa

Our Benefits

• 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 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're 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.