Top 222 Head cook Jobs in Grimes, Ia

Food Service Manager - FT8
EveryStep —Des Moines, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Current TB test
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Cook - PT
YSS —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Employee assistance program
- Loan forgiveness
8d
Night Grill Cook/Prep
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill —Waukee, IA
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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2d
Line Cook
Barn Town Brewing —West Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Cook
HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) —Clive, IA
- $18.25 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)
Eurest —West Des Moines, IA
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Head Cook
Saydel Community School District —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- High school
- ServSafe
- Writing skills
2d
Preschool Cook
Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool —Johnston, IA
- $16.94 - $19.50 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Full-Time Cook
StoryPoint —Johnston, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Cook
Senior Suites Of Urbandale —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- Residential
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Line Cook - PT - Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Garden Inn - Des Moines / Urbandale —Johnston, IA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- 1 year
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Nutrition - Variable Hour Cook
Johnston Community School District —Johnston, IA
- $18.34 - $21.78 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
8d
Cook
Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center —Urbandale, IA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Skilled nursing facility
- High school diploma or GED
- Loan repayment program
- Health insurance
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Childcare Center Cook
Little Endeavors Child Development Center —Grimes, IA
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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Cook
Glen Oaks Country Club —West Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Customer - Food Service
Kwik Trip —Grimes, IA
- $16.00 - $21.70 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Serving
- Customer service
- Cash register
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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COOK (PART TIME)
Chartwells K12 —Grimes, IA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Part-Time Cook
StoryPoint —Urbandale, IA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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COOK (FULL TIME)
Eurest —West Des Moines, IA
- $18.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Café
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Preschool Cook
Cadence Academy Preschool —Clive, IA
- $16.94 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Food Service Manager - FT8

EveryStep -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Qualifications

Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Purpose:

The Food Service Manager is responsible for overseeing daily back-of-house operations, maintaining food quality and safety standards, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring smooth, efficient kitchen workflows.

Responsibilities:

Supervises all kitchen team members.
Schedules shifts and manages labor costs based on business needs.
Ensures consistent food quality and presentation according to company standards.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of the kitchen in compliance with health regulations; including but not limited to: proper hand hygiene, food handling protocols, and kitchen staff illness monitoring and reporting.
Monitors inventory levels and places orders for food, supplies, and equipment as needed.
Tracks food costs and minimizes waste to meet budget targets.
Implements and enforces food safety protocols (HACCP, ServSafe, etc.).
Hires, trains, and evaluates kitchen team members.
Collaborates with Hospice Team Director.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED
Must be at least 18 years of age
Proven experience as a Food Service Manager in the healthcare industry
Holds current Certified Food Protection Manager certification or must be completed within 6 months of hire (ServSafe or accredited program)
Culinary degree preferred
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
In-depth knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory control, and food safety standards
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Basic keyboarding and computer skills with ability to learn work related software
Must have a valid driver's license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation if driving is required
Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen, 2- step TB test and background check

Working Conditions:

Physical requirements: Medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Environment: Hazards (chemicals, infectious diseases), Atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases)
Time: Work hours based on patient-driven census model (availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays)
Travel: May require some travel

These characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. You may be required to perform other duties to meet the on-going needs of the organization.

EveryStep is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.

About EveryStep
One of Iowa’s oldest nonprofits, EveryStep has provided health care and community services since 1908. Our team of experts are driven by a single purpose - to care for people and connect them with support at every step of their journey. Each year, we help thousands of Iowans cope in times of crisis and move forward with stability, dignity, and hope.

The diversity and breadth of our programs ensure that we can meet a variety of needs at once and provide ongoing assistance over time. More than 30 programs and services:

Deliver in-home care to people who are ill, injured, or facing the end of life
Offer compassionate support to families experiencing grief and loss
Assist new and expecting parents and support the healthy development of young children
Help Iowans navigate complicated health care and social systems
Walk alongside refugees and immigrants arriving in our community
Bring wellness services to places where people are

Serving Iowa from 11 locations, nearly 400 employees and hundreds of volunteers are committed to EveryStep’s mission: We empower individuals, support families, and strengthen communities. There is at least one EveryStep program available to residents in every Iowa county. Every program is important and contributes to our mission.

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