Jobs

Primary Responsibilities (Culinary & Catering)

• Plan and execute meals for retreats, events, and guest stays (5–80 people)
• Design thoughtful, seasonal menus that align with guest needs, dietary restrictions, and event goals
• Create detailed shopping lists
• Maintain food cost awareness and minimize waste
• Oversee kitchen organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards
• Coordinate, vet, & manage additional cooking or service help as needed
• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard
• Ensure timely meal service according to event schedules
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment

Secondary Responsibilities (Hospitality Support)

When the culinary workload is light, the Ranch Chef will assist with:

• Event curation and planning support
• Guest transportation (if qualified to drive ranch vehicles)
• Event setup and teardown (tables, décor, dining areas, etc.)
• General hospitality assistance to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Occasional housekeeping or common-area support as needed
• Team collaboration across departments

Qualifications Required:

• Experience cooking for groups (commercial, catering, camp, restaurant, or institutional setting)
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and willingness to perform non-culinary tasks
• Physical ability to lift, stand, and move throughout the day
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety
• Valid driver’s license
• Background check and drug screen required upon offer of employment

Qualifications Preferred:

• Professional culinary training or equivalent experience
• Experience with large-batch cooking and buffet service
• Knowledge of dietary accommodations (gluten-free, dairy-free, allergies, etc.)
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Hospitality, retreat, or ranch experience

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Full-time – varied schedule based on guest bookings and events
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required
• Fast-paced during events, slower between groups
• Outdoor and indoor work across ranch facilities

Job ID: 19530

Wage: $24/hr.

Call A2Z Personnel in Hamilton (406) 363-0723 or Stevensville (406) 777-1662 for information regarding this position or to ask about our benefits, which include health coverage, retirement savings, and personal paid time off. A2Z Personnel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse workplace. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or other characteristics unrelated to the skills and abilities required for a job performance. The agency provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment, including the selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. For more information, view the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster and Americans with Disabilities Act Notice or visit: https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants.