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Job Description
Taher, Inc. is growing and is looking for a Head Cook to join our team!
Make a Difference Every Day!
Help fuel students for success with fresh, chef-created meals served with care and a smile. Become a Lunch SUPERHERO and join a fun, supportive team that loves making a positive impact in kids' lives!
Why You'll Love This Job
✅ Work the same days your child is in school✅ No nights, weekends, or holidays✅ Consistent schedule — know when you work✅ Fun, fast-paced, and engaging environment✅ Be part of a professional and caring team✅ See firsthand what your child is eating at school
Every day is different, exciting, and rewarding as you help prepare and serve nutritious meals to our students and staff. If you enjoy teamwork, making connections, and creating smiles, this is the job for you!
We're Looking For Someone Who:
⭐ Enjoys working with people⭐ Brings positive energy and reliability⭐ Loves making a difference for students⭐ Works well in a team environment
? Come join a team where your work matters and your schedule supports your family life!
Apply today and become a Lunch
SUPERHERO!
Essential Functions:
Cooks and prepares a variety of food through standardized recipes
Ensuring all meals meet quality standards, are correctly prepared and within acceptable time limits
Monitors and directs food service staff and subs in the preparation, set up, and serving of all meals
Prepares and cooks all menu items needed for regular and a la carte lines
Ability to effectively lead a small staff and provide clear direction and training
Checks on all equipment, monitors temperatures of refrigeration and freezer units
Effectively utilizes food leftovers per standards
Managing ordering, receiving, storing and inventory control of all perishable products following specific procedures and HACCP standards
Reinforcing USDA regulations
Conducting cost control analysis while monitoring product and menu costs
Controlling waste and effectively managing cost and budget performance
Promotes nutrition education in school and community
Using time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Performs other duties as requested by leadership
What You Gain:
Taher, Inc. is proud to offer competitive benefits, including: Competitive compensation
Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends
Free daily lunch
Uniforms are provided
Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided
Employee training and development
Opportunities for advancement and to make an impact
Culture of inclusion and belonging
Who We Are:
Taher, Inc. is a family-owned food service management company specializing in K-12 school meals, corporate dining, senior dining, catering, vending, prepared services, and baked goods. Our chefs develop recipes prepared from scratch, inspired from around the world, using fresh ingredients to delight and nurture our guests. Taher is recognized as a Top 25 Food Service Management Company by Food Management Magazine. 2 years previous experience in a school food service setting preferred
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Able to follow supervisors direction and lead a small team
Strong communication skills with employees and client
Able to follow spoken and written directions
Ability to prioritize, plan and use time efficiently
Ability to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time
Maintain a high level of confidentiality when dealing with student, staff, and/or parent information
ServSafe Certificate preferred will train
Criminal background check requiredEOE/AA