Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for a Kitchen Assistant in the Big Rock Bistro, located at the North Little Rock Main Campus. The Kitchen Assistant supports the overall cleanliness, organization, and functionality of kitchen and service areas, ensuring a safe and efficient environment. This role plays a key part in maintaining hygiene standards and assisting with basic food service and production duties, under the direct supervision of the Sous Chef- Bistro Manager.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized front-of-house area, including food service stations, trash receptacles, and workstations.
• Operate and maintain the dishwashing station and dish machine; ensure all handwashing sinks are cleaned, stocked, and functional.
• Stock and replenish service items such as beverages, cups, condiments, and utensils to ensure consistent availability.
• Support kitchen staff with production and prep duties as needed.
• Adhere to high standards of hygiene, health, and safety at all times.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong commitment to teamwork and service.
• Assist with cleaning and upkeep in all areas including restaurants, catering rooms, the loading dock, and exterior spaces as needed.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing; maintain strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to changes in schedules or responsibilities.
• Support and promote the mission of University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions and recipes
• One-year experience in institutional cooking or related area or Certificate in Basic Food Preparation from a regionally accredited institution
• Understanding and commitment to equal access and equal opportunity.
• Commitment to the mission of the comprehensive two-year college and its role in total community development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe certified.

OTHER DETAILS:

• This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits with a salary of $30,000. Please provide resume and three professional references with contact information. Background check required.

Salary Information:

• $30,000

Required Documents to Apply:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

• Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information:

• Human Resources

• 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 check. 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 preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of

Education

• Office for Civil Rights.