Job Description - Food Preparer 1 (26141479)
Position Title:
Food Preparer 1 - (26141479)
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital.
Montana State Hospital provides acute care psychiatric inpatient treatment for adults with serious mental illness. The food preparer prepares and serves meals for patients, guests, and staff. Responsibilities include preparing food and beverages according to dietary recipes and residents' special dietary or nutrition restrictions; sanitizing kitchen area and equipment; and ensuring patient employees use proper cleaning and sanitation practices.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00/hour base pay increase effective July 1st, 2026.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is 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, sick leave, and holidays, 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.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
Knowledge of state and federal food regulations.
Knowledge of handwashing and infection control.
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cook/chill production equipment.
Meet minimum qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
One year experience in food preparation preferred.
Preparation of modified diets preferred.
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.
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. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
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: $
19.55 - 19.55 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
: No
Primary Location
: Warm Springs
Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services Union: International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Posting Date
: Jun 3, 2026, 3:53:49 AM
Closing Date (based on your computer''s timezone)
: Jun 17, 2026, 11:29:00 AM
Required Application Materials: Resume
Contact Name: Jaden Matosich | Contact Email: jaden.matosich@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-693-7207 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency''s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.