University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Sous Chef of Campus Dining - South
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Closing Date: 02/27/2026
Position Type: Staff – Skilled Labor
Job Type: Regular
Workstudy Position: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College
Summary of Job Duties University of Arkansas‑Pulaski Technical College (UA‑PTC) in Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for the Sous Chef of Campus Dining in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute (CAHMI). The Sous Chef is responsible for the day‑to‑day food service production of all campus dining events located on and off the college’s campuses (i.e., North Little Rock, South Location, Business and Industry Center, and North Little Rock Aviation Location) under the direct supervision of the Director of Campus Dining and events. This includes daily food service at North Little Rock and South locations and catering activities of Campus Dining.
General Responsibilities
Preparing and coordinating menus for daily food service at the North Little Rock and South locations, as well as the catering of events on all campus locations
Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety
Be available to work night and weekend shifts involving a flexible work schedule to accommodate events
Ensure that all events/meetings are correctly set—with floor plans for weekly events and prepared event/banquet staff
Supervises and trains team members in the kitchen on how to perform their job duties to the best of their abilities, including presentation of food, buffets and retail items in foodservice, and all other areas needed to learn and grow in their position
Ensures food served is of high quality, properly prepared according to recipe and is expedited to all outlets in a smooth and efficient manner
Writes schedules, evaluates, and directs all team members, including work study and practicum students, as assigned
Maintains open verbal and written communication between the management and team members
Takes immediate action on problems that are encountered in the kitchen. Writes and presents disciplinary action as needed
Monitors and controls food and labor costs for efficient food service delivery
Completes weekly inventories and maintains records that comply with applicable UA‑PTC and government policies
Orders ingredients and supplies necessary for catering and food service operations
Maintains equipment in kitchen and service areas and ensures repairs are made in a timely manner
Maintains menu and pricing for POS systems; oversees proper checkout and closing procedures
Works directly with CAHMI faculty/staff/students to cater special events
Maintains appropriate certifications such as ServSafe Manager and American Culinary Federation certifications
Possesses professional verbal and written communication skills, is organized and detail oriented, and is flexible and adapts to change
Coordinates with Facilities Management, Information Technology Services, CHARTS, and other functional areas to provide full service hospitality and post‑event cleaning
Assists the Director of Campus Dining in all ways necessary to grow and maintain the reputation of CAHMI and UA‑PTC by promoting the goals of the school both internally and externally
Promotes the mission of University of Arkansas‑Pulaski Technical College
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Five years of applicable foodservice experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge or
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with two years of foodservice experience
Leadership and managerial abilities, including excellent organizational and communications skills
Understanding and commitment to equal access and equal opportunity
American Culinary Federation (ACF) Certified or Certifiable as a Certified Culinarian or higher (CC or CPC)
Commitment to the mission of the comprehensive two‑year college and its role in total community development
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
American Culinary Federation (ACF) certified as a Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC) or higher
ServSafe certified
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance and Retirement Plan
Opportunities for Certification, Professional Development and ACF Membership
Uniform Provided
Tuition Waiver
Salary Information 45,000
Required Documents to Apply Resume
Optional Documents None
Recruitment Contact Information Greg Wallis Director of Culinary Operations cwallis@uaptc.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.
We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity Standing, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity Lifting, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity N/A
Benefits Eligible Yes
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Summary of Job Duties University of Arkansas‑Pulaski Technical College (UA‑PTC) in Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for the Sous Chef of Campus Dining in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute (CAHMI). The Sous Chef is responsible for the day‑to‑day food service production of all campus dining events located on and off the college’s campuses (i.e., North Little Rock, South Location, Business and Industry Center, and North Little Rock Aviation Location) under the direct supervision of the Director of Campus Dining and events. This includes daily food service at North Little Rock and South locations and catering activities of Campus Dining.
General Responsibilities
Preparing and coordinating menus for daily food service at the North Little Rock and South locations, as well as the catering of events on all campus locations
Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety
Be available to work night and weekend shifts involving a flexible work schedule to accommodate events
Ensure that all events/meetings are correctly set—with floor plans for weekly events and prepared event/banquet staff
Supervises and trains team members in the kitchen on how to perform their job duties to the best of their abilities, including presentation of food, buffets and retail items in foodservice, and all other areas needed to learn and grow in their position
Ensures food served is of high quality, properly prepared according to recipe and is expedited to all outlets in a smooth and efficient manner
Writes schedules, evaluates, and directs all team members, including work study and practicum students, as assigned
Maintains open verbal and written communication between the management and team members
Takes immediate action on problems that are encountered in the kitchen. Writes and presents disciplinary action as needed
Monitors and controls food and labor costs for efficient food service delivery
Completes weekly inventories and maintains records that comply with applicable UA‑PTC and government policies
Orders ingredients and supplies necessary for catering and food service operations
Maintains equipment in kitchen and service areas and ensures repairs are made in a timely manner
Maintains menu and pricing for POS systems; oversees proper checkout and closing procedures
Works directly with CAHMI faculty/staff/students to cater special events
Maintains appropriate certifications such as ServSafe Manager and American Culinary Federation certifications
Possesses professional verbal and written communication skills, is organized and detail oriented, and is flexible and adapts to change
Coordinates with Facilities Management, Information Technology Services, CHARTS, and other functional areas to provide full service hospitality and post‑event cleaning
Assists the Director of Campus Dining in all ways necessary to grow and maintain the reputation of CAHMI and UA‑PTC by promoting the goals of the school both internally and externally
Promotes the mission of University of Arkansas‑Pulaski Technical College
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Five years of applicable foodservice experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge or
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with two years of foodservice experience
Leadership and managerial abilities, including excellent organizational and communications skills
Understanding and commitment to equal access and equal opportunity
American Culinary Federation (ACF) Certified or Certifiable as a Certified Culinarian or higher (CC or CPC)
Commitment to the mission of the comprehensive two‑year college and its role in total community development
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
American Culinary Federation (ACF) certified as a Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC) or higher
ServSafe certified
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance and Retirement Plan
Opportunities for Certification, Professional Development and ACF Membership
Uniform Provided
Tuition Waiver
Salary Information 45,000
Required Documents to Apply Resume
Optional Documents None
Recruitment Contact Information Greg Wallis Director of Culinary Operations cwallis@uaptc.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.
We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity Standing, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity Lifting, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity N/A
Benefits Eligible Yes
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