Join the team.
For more than 20 years, the Centro team has been providing some of the most memorable food and service in Des Moines.
Interested in joining our award-winning team? Check out Centro’s full list of open positions and apply online, or stop in during regular business hours and apply in-person.
For a list of positions across all Orchestrate Hospitality brands, please visit the Orchestrate Hospitality career page.
George Formaro, Chef Partner
George Formaro is the accomplished restaurateur behind some of Des Moines’ most successful eateries – Centro, Django, Malo, South Union Bread Café, Gateway Market & Café and Zombie Burger + Drink Lab. He is also the founder of the first artisan bakery in Iowa, South Union Bakery, opened in 1996.
Raised in an Italian family on the city’s east side, Formaro knew the power of good food in strengthening bonds among family, friends and business associates. His education in the restaurant trade began in several of Des Moines’ well known restaurants as well as Des Moines Area Community College’s well-regarded culinary arts program.
Michael Kolodzej, Executive Chef
Originally hailing from Indiana, Chef Michael Kolodzej has served as Centro’s Executive Chef since 2022. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of American (Hyde Park, NY), Kolodzej’s impressive resumé includes time in some of the country’s best kitchens. From working at L’Etoile (Madison, WI) and The Publican (Chicago), to being part of the opening teams of Nico Osteria (Chicago) and Etta River North (Chicago), Chef Michael brings a wealth of experience to his role at Centro.
Centro is proud to be part of the Orchestrate Hospitality family alongside these leading hospitality brands.
