Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $45,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
opportunities for certification
Professional Development
Tuition waiver
uniform provided
Job Description
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) located in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is a vital component of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System, supported by student tuition, legislative appropriations, and governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees alongside a seven-member Board of Visitors. As a comprehensive two-year technical and community college, UA-PTC offers a wide range of associate degrees and certificate programs aimed at preparing students for transfer to four-year universities or direct career entry and advancement. The institution is committed to fostering community development and providing quality education tailored to meet modern workforce... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five years of applicable foodservice experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge or associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field from a regionally accredited institution with two years of foodservice experience
- Leadership and managerial abilities including excellent organizational and communication skills
- Understanding and commitment to equal access and equal opportunity
- American Culinary Federation certified or certifiable as a Certified Culinarian or higher (CC or CPC)
- Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive two-year college and community development
- Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends to accommodate events
- Ability to maintain multiple tasks and communicate effectively
- Must have or obtain necessary health and food safety certifications
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Pass criminal background check, motor vehicle report check, and sex offender registry check
- Ability to stand and walk frequently during work shifts
- Ability to lift moderately heavy items as needed
Job Qualifications
- Five years of applicable foodservice experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge or Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field from a regionally accredited institution with two years of foodservice experience
- Leadership and managerial abilities including excellent organizational and communication skills
- Understanding and commitment to equal access and equal opportunity
- American Culinary Federation Certified or certifiable as a Certified Culinarian or higher (CC or CPC)
- Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive two-year college and community development
- Preferred associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field
- Preferred American Culinary Federation certification as Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC) or higher
- Preferred ServSafe certification
Job Duties
- Preparing and coordinating menus for daily food service at multiple campus locations and catering events
- Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety
- Be available to work night and weekend shifts with a flexible schedule to accommodate events
- Ensure correct setup of events and meetings including floor plans and staff preparation
- Supervise and train kitchen team members on job duties including food presentation and service
- Ensure high-quality food preparation according to recipes and efficient service to dining outlets
- Write schedules, evaluate, and direct team members including work-study and practicum students
- Maintain open verbal and written communication between management and team
- Handle immediate kitchen problems and administer disciplinary actions if needed
- Monitor and control food and labor costs for efficient service delivery
- Complete weekly inventories and maintain compliance records
- Order ingredients and supplies required for catering and daily operations
- Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs promptly
- Manage menu pricing and checkout procedures in POS systems
- Collaborate with CAHMI faculty, staff, and students for special event catering
- Maintain necessary certifications such as ServSafe Manager and American Culinary Federation credentials
- Exhibit professional communication skills, organization, detail orientation, and flexibility
- Coordinate with various departments to provide full-service hospitality and post-event cleaning
- Assist Director of Campus Dining to promote CAHMI and UA-PTC’s reputation internally and externally
- Promote University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College’s mission
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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