Food Prep Specialist- SouthPaw LRS

The University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is a prominent institution within the Arkansas Technical and Community College System. Governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and supported primarily by student tuition, fees, and legislative appropriations, UA-PTC plays a significant role in higher education in the region. As a comprehensive two-year college, it offers a variety of associate degree and certificate programs designed for students intending to transfer to four-year universities or seeking career preparation and advancement. The institution is committed to maintaining high educational standards while fostering community development and ensuring equal access and opportunity for all students.

The specific role being advertised is for a Food Service Specialist at the South Paw Cafe located at the Little Rock South campus. This position falls under the Catering (South) department and is a staff position categorized under skilled labor. This is a regular, full-time employment opportunity with a stated compensation of $31,200 annually. The role does not offer work-study opportunities and does not provide sponsorship for employment. The typical work shift is Monday through Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional night and weekend shifts required to support special events.

The Food Service Specialist is responsible for upholding high standards of quality, hygiene, health, and safety within campus dining services. Reporting directly to the Sous Chef at the Little Rock South location, this specialist will undertake a range of duties essential to the effective operation of the food service facilities. These duties include greeting and assisting customers, taking orders, managing the cash register, handling transactions accurately, and ensuring proper balance of the cash drawer at the end of the day. The specialist will also follow established procedures for both opening and closing the bistro service and equipment, maintain cleanliness and organization of the front of house areas, including food service stations, trash, and work stations.

Inventory management is a critical component of the role. The Food Service Specialist will stock and maintain beverage supplies, cups, condiments, utensils, salad bars, grab-and-go items, pizza stations, and other food service stations. They are also tasked with checking ingredient and paper good stock levels and assisting with inventory maintenance. Ensuring that all food served is of high quality, prepared according to recipes, and efficiently expedited to service outlets is a core responsibility. The specialist must maintain a positive attitude, demonstrate strong teamwork, and show a high level of commitment to their duties and the college's mission. Furthermore, the role involves supporting various areas of the dining service operation including restaurant floors, catering rooms, loading docks, and external restaurant areas.

Candidates should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, be organized, detail-oriented, and flexible enough to adapt to change in a dynamic environment. The University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College emphasizes the importance of promoting its mission and values through this role.

This position requires eligibility to work in the United States and subjects candidates to pre-employment screenings including criminal background checks, motor vehicle reports, and sex offender registry checks to ensure campus safety. The university embraces equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies, providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees.