Food Service Supervisor Assistant - ( 26141778 ) The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Food Service Supervisor PM at the Montana Veterans' Home. The Montana Veterans' Home (MVH) , located in Columbia Falls, is a Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Administration-certified facility with 105 intermediate/skilled-care beds and 12 domiciliary beds. The nursing facility includes a 15-bed Dementia Care unit. MVH has been providing services to Veterans since 1896. The Montana Veterans' Home is located next to the Flathead River just minutes away from Glacier National Park. A large pavilion, walking paths, and protected courtyards provide ample opportunities for outdoor access. The facility offers individual and group activities, spiritual services, support group services, and social services. The skilled and rehabilitative services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and dietitian services.

Job Overview:

The Montana Veterans' Home is a certified facility that has been providing services to Veterans since 1896. Admission is for honorably discharged veterans eligible for skilled/intermediate nursing care or domiciliary self-care living. This position is an evening Food Service Supervisor; responsibilities include: 1) Using predetermined menu plans, orders and purchases foods to be prepared for residents; 2) Trains staff and participates in food preparation and service. Instructs staff on cooking, temperature of food, food delivery, and tray appearance; and 3) Ensures sanitation and safety procedures are followed by instructing staff on proper techniques and procedures. This position supervises 8 FTE.

Position and Schedule:

10:30 am - 7:00 pm; Thursday - Monday.

Union:

This is a non-union position. Why Join DPHHS? Our mission at

DPHHS:

Serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities, whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Find out more by visiting work4dphhs.com. Effective June 29, 2026, DPHHS is participating in E-Verify at this hiring location to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here: https://www.e-verify.gov. For a complete job description, contact Cambra Kucharski, Cambra.

Kucharski@mt.gov. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): Two-year degree in food service management, nutrition, or a related field. Two years of job-related experience leading and directing people in the food service industry. Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

This position works throughout the facility but is exposed to extreme temperatures from the ovens and freezers. The work area may be humid and noisy. Walking, standing, bending, and kneeling are required. May be required to push, pull, and lift up to 20 pounds. How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. Resume Letter of Interest (Internal Only) Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is open until filled, with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement :

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment :

Not Applicable Salary:

$ 25.55 - 25.55

Hourly Telework Eligibility :

Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility :

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings :

1

Employee Status :

Regular Schedule :

Full-Time Job Type :

Standard Shift :

Day Job Travel :

Yes, 5 % of the

Time Primary Location :

Columbia Falls Agency :

Department of Public Health & Human Services Union :

000 -

None Posting Date :

Jul 8, 2026, 3:24:32 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :

Ongoing Required Application Materials :

Resume, Letter of Interest (Internal Position)

Contact Name :

Chris Chelberg |

Contact Email :

Christopher.

Chelberg@mt.gov |

Contact Phone :

406-897-6071