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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Specific responsibilities will include:
*Managing and participating in the daily operations of the commissary kitchen areas ensuring that food safety standards are being met and that supply costs are staying within budget.
*Monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies, equipment repairs, and other materials needed to keep facility running smoothly.
*Support and train both team members and clients on proper food safety and sanitation practices and proctor Food Manager certification courses and exams.
*Collaborate closely with business development team to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new tenants while providing ongoing support, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
*Establish and maintain relationships with relevant industry stakeholders, such as local food associations and food-related organizations, to leverage their networks to increase facility utilization.
*Generate leads and proactively reach out to potential tenants, including caterers, food entrepreneurs, and small-scale food producers, acting as a point of contact, responding to inquiries, conducting facility tours, and addressing their needs and concerns to build and maintain a robust client list.
*Supervising tenants and conducting regular evaluations to ensure they are following local and state food regulations.
*Support research and development efforts with AFIC@MCO team for processing clients, tenant support, and outreach activities.
*Hire/manage staff when necessary.
*Support grant applications that further mission of the AFIC@MCO and UADA.Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food science, Culinology, or a related field, with 8+ years' industry experience. In addition, a master's in a related field with 4+ years of related experience is acceptable.
- Minimum 1 year restaurant/kitchen leadership experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- CRC or CCS certification.
- Food Manager Certified and ability to proctor.
- Experience in developing and implementing commissary kitchen programs.
- Multi-lingual in English and Spanish/Marshallese.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include:
- Excellent communication, cooperation, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Cooperation in AFIC@MCO team members initiative meetings including preparing and presenting reports on the activities of the commissary kitchen areas.
- Attention to detail to ensure that all commissary areas are clean and sanitary.
- Adherence to state food standards and oversight of state inspections.
- Forecasting of inventory levels of necessary food safety supplies and order as necessary.
- Investigation and conflict resolution skills with and between tenants.
- Knowledgeable in use of technology for scheduling tenants and coordinating tenants adhere to AFIC@MCO policies and procedures including training new tenants.
- Marketing and recruitment implementation to increase efficiency and usage of the commissary kitchen area.
- Experienced in receiving and storage of food ingredients and supplies.
- Flexibility to travel, as needed, and work outside of regular office hours, as required.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports CheckThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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:Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, TalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Driving, Standing, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:N/ABenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.