Cook

Taher, Inc.•Plymouth, MN

About The Position

Taher, Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in accordance with standardized recipes and menus. The role involves ensuring meals meet quality standards, are properly prepared, and are served within acceptable time limits. The Cook also manages ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory control of perishable products in accordance with established procedures and HACCP standards, while controlling waste. The position requires time-management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and includes other related duties as assigned by leadership. Taher, Inc. is a family-owned food service management company serving K-12 schools, corporate dining, senior dining, catering, vending, prepared services, and baked goods. Its chefs develop scratch-made recipes inspired by cuisines around the world and use fresh ingredients.

Requirements

Previous cooking experience preferred.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to adapt and change in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to do simple arithmetic.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Dependable and punctual.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
Ability to follow safe food-handling requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous cooking experience.

Responsibilities

Follow standardized recipes and write menus.
Ensure meals meet quality standards, are correctly prepared, and are completed within acceptable time limits.
Manage ordering, receiving, storing, and inventory control of perishable products according to procedures and HACCP standards.
Control waste.
Use time-management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Perform additional related duties as assigned by leadership.