Lead School Cook - From-Scratch Meals

Taher; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours

Free daily lunch

Uniforms are provided

Safety PPE provided

Training and development

Advancement opportunities

Culture of inclusion

Job summary

Taher, Inc. seeks a Lead Cook to join our Elementary School team. You will follow standardized recipes, write menus, and ensure meals meet quality standards while staying within time targets. The role includes HACCP-based inventory control, cost analysis, USDA compliance, and opportunities for advancement. We offer guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends, free daily lunch, uniforms, PPE, training, and an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach, train and direct a team.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Following standardized recipes and writing menus.
• Ensuring meals meet quality standards and are prepared on time.
• Managing ordering, receiving, storing and perishable inventory per procedures and HACCP.
• Reinforcing USDA regulations.
• Conducting cost control analysis and monitoring costs.
• Controlling waste and managing cost and budget performance.
• Using time management to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Performing other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team training

Computer literacy

Physical stamina

Background check

Job description

Taher, Inc. seeks a Lead Cook to join our Elementary School team. You will follow standardized recipes, write menus, and ensure meals meet quality standards while staying within time targets. The role includes HACCP-based inventory control, cost analysis, USDA compliance, and opportunities for advancement. We offer guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends, free daily lunch, uniforms, PPE, training, and an inclusive culture.