Food Service Manager

Great Falls Pre-Release Center•Great Falls, MT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Great Falls Pre-Release Center as a Food Service Manager, where you will play a vital role in providing nutritious meals to our residents. This position is perfect for someone passionate about food service management and making a positive impact in the community. The Great Falls Pre-Release Center has been serving the community for over 40 years, providing a supportive environment for individuals transitioning back into society. Our commitment to quality care and rehabilitation is reflected in our dedicated staff and the positive outcomes of our residents, making it a rewarding place to work. The Transition Center is designed as a structured pre-release program for adult male and female offenders who are within 24 months of parole eligibility or one year of discharge date. It allows residents participating in the program to re-integrate into the community while learning necessary life skills to maintain a crime-free lifestyle. The Center allows residents a period of time to establish employment and/or training, establish budgeting and money management skills, begin a savings plan, find housing and participate in counseling relevant to specific areas to aid in their transition into the community. The Transition Center has a five-phase program beginning at the orientation level. Each phase has a minimum time frame of participation with graduated levels of responsibility. The resident assumes his/her own case goals as they progress through the program. The Transition Center opened its doors as a male pre-release facility in March of 1984. At that time, the Center utilized the main floor for office space, kitchen and dining facilities, and a lounge area. the upper floor was used for living quarters. In 1990 the basement of the original facility was remodeled into office space, a conference room, TV room, hobby room and additional restroom facilities. In 1993 the Center undertook a major expansion which more than doubled the capacity and usable space in the Center. A women's program was added in October of 1996 with the purchase and renovation of building adjacent to the existing facility. In 1997 an expansion project involving the women's facility provided for an increase in service rooms and greater flexibility in programming. In 1998 the men's facility added to the wing completed in 1993 by extending that area to the South and increasing the Center by another 7500 square feet. Throughout the years, the Transition Center has taken pride in its visual improvements to the building and grounds. Landscaping efforts are ongoing as we endeavor to become an appealing addition to the neighborhood.

Requirements

Proven experience in food service management or a related field.
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Ability to create and manage budgets effectively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Must possess a valid food handler’s permit or equivalent certification.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred.
Experience working in a correctional or rehabilitation environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily food service operations and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Plan and prepare balanced menus that meet nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain budgetary constraints.
Train, supervise, and evaluate kitchen staff to enhance productivity and teamwork.
Implement sanitation and safety procedures to maintain a clean kitchen environment.
Collaborate with dietary staff to accommodate special dietary needs of residents.
Conduct regular inspections of food storage and preparation areas.
Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure high standards are met.