We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Cook to join our team at Taher, Inc. As a key member of our food service management team, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and serving of meals to our students and staff.

• Prepare and cook a variety of food through standardized recipes, ensuring all meals meet quality standards and are correctly prepared within acceptable time limits.
• Monitor and direct food service staff and subs in the preparation, set up, and serving of all meals.
• Manage inventory control of all perishable products, following specific procedures and HACCP standards.
• Conduct cost control analysis, monitoring product and menu costs, and controlling waste to effectively manage cost and budget performance.
• Promote nutrition education in school and community, and utilize time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• 2 years previous experience in a school food service setting preferred.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, follow supervisors' direction, and take responsibility for own actions.
• Able to follow spoken and written directions, 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.

• Competitive compensation.
• Work-Life balance - guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends.
• Free daily lunch.
• Uniforms and safety practices provided.
• Employee training and development opportunities.
• Culture of inclusion and belonging.

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.