School Cook

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! Personality & Skills 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 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 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. Location 316 W Fillmore Ave, Mabel, Minnesota 55954, United States Qualifications and Skills 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 required EOE/AA Shift Mon‑Fri 6:45 am‑2 pm Regular/Temporary Regular Pay Range $14.00 – $16.00 / hour Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. #J-18808-Ljbffr