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Head Cook Hayfield Public School

Taher, Inc
Hayfield, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026

Taher, Inc. is growing and is looking for a Head Cook to join our team!


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 al 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
  • Establishing monthly food and labor cost goals
  • 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.



Requirements:

  • 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
  • Criminal background check required
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401K Plan, Sick Leave

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