Sous Chef – Pre-Release Facility
Job Pay
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We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Sous Chef to assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations at a prison pre-release facility. This position requires strong culinary skills, previous leadership or supervisory experience, and the ability to maintain a structured, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.
The Sous Chef will work alongside kitchen management to coordinate meal preparation, maintain food quality and safety standards, and provide guidance and supervision to residents participating in a culinary learning program.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who is patient, organized, professional, and comfortable working in a correctional environment.
Schedule: Full-Time | Primarily Monday–Friday
Shifts: 3:00 AM – 11:00 AM or 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
RESUMES REQUIRED TO APPLY
Work Schedule
• Full-time position, primarily Monday through Friday.
• Shifts vary between 3:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
• Occasional weekend availability required.
• Some off-site events may require schedule flexibility.
Apply Today!
If you are an experienced culinary professional with strong leadership skills who enjoys teaching others and keeping a kitchen running smoothly, we encourage you to apply!
A resume is required to be considered for this position.
Advanced Employment Services
1804 Grand Avenue
Billings, MT 59102
Phone: (406) 652-8808
Job Duties
• Assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and meal service.
• Supervise, train, and provide direction to residents working in the kitchen as part of a culinary learning program.
• Teach residents proper cooking techniques, food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety procedures.
• Ensure meals are prepared consistently, efficiently, and according to established quality standards.
• Assist with meal planning, food preparation, portion control, and inventory management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Delegate daily tasks and monitor kitchen workflow to ensure meals are completed on schedule.
• Provide positive leadership while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with residents.
• Assist with food preparation and service for occasional off-site events.
• Support kitchen management with additional duties as needed.
Job Requirements
• Minimum of 3 years of professional kitchen or culinary experience required.
• Previous leadership and/or supervisory experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must have no criminal history and be able to pass a thorough background check.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana (THC).
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, sanitation, and food safety.
• Ability to effectively supervise, train, and motivate individuals with varying levels of culinary experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain professional, patient, and composed in a structured environment.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and comfortable working early morning shifts.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical duties associated with commercial kitchen operations.