Head Chef Jobs in Wisconsin
Head Chef jobs in Wisconsin are open across Milwaukee, Somerset, and Oak Creek and other Wisconsin metros, with employers like Taher, Sodexo, and Delaware North hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
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 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
- 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
EOE/AA
INTRODUCTION
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 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
- 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
EOE/AA
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Head Chef Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
- Taher2
- Sodexo2
- Delaware North1
- Advocate Aurora Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage4
- Hospitality & Tourism1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head chef jobs across Wisconsin.
- Proven experience running full kitchen operations as a head or executive chef
- Current ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Demonstrated ability to manage food and labor costs within budget targets
- Experience leading and scheduling a brigade of line cooks and prep staff
- Culinary Arts degree or diploma from an accredited culinary school preferred
- Proficiency with kitchen management and inventory software such as BlueCart or MarketMan
Head Chef Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How many head chef jobs are there in Wisconsin?
There are 6+ head chef openings in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Milwaukee, Somerset, and Oak Creek. New positions post regularly as employers across Wisconsin hire.
How much do head chefs make in Wisconsin?
Head chefs in Wisconsin earn a median of about $61,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,990 for the lowest 10% to over $87,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most head chef jobs?
Milwaukee, Somerset, and Oak Creek have the most head chef openings in Wisconsin right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire head chefs in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring head chefs in Wisconsin include Taher, Sodexo, and Delaware North, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote head chef jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes. About 0% of head chef openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Wisconsin metros.
How do I apply for head chef jobs in Wisconsin?
You can apply to head chef jobs in Wisconsin directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Wisconsin location, then apply to each one that fits.
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