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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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, 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.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at
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Bachelors degree plus four (4) years of experience in foodservice management, catering management, hospitality industry management, or equivalent experience including two years supervisory experience OR High School diploma and eight (8) years of experience in foodservice management, catering management, hospitality industry management, or equivalent experience including two years supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Serve Safe Certification preferred or certification obtained within 2 years of hire
Must be able to communicate well and inspire confidence, as well as ensure excellent patient satisfaction.
Self-directed, flexible and innovative
Good leadership and organizational skills
Employee must demonstrate basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Registered Dietitian or Certified Dietary Manager preferred.
Prefer someone with significant experience in a hospital food service department in a management role.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with the Director of Nutrition Services to develop goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for patient food services.
Implements strategies to achieve established goals and monitors progress to ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
Maintains high standards of sanitation, safety, and organization throughout all food production and patient food service areas.
Ensures equipment is properly maintained and employees are trained in its safe and effective use. Monitors patient food service taste and temperature panels and conducts patient tray evaluations.
Assists with preparing the department’s annual budget, including supplies, staffing hours, equipment, and departmental subunits.
Monitors performance against the approved budget, ensures adherence to financial expectations, and provides appropriate justification for budget variances.
Assists with preparing the department’s annual report, summarizing activities and progress toward established goals and objectives.
Recommends goals for the upcoming year and supports those recommendations with appropriate budget requests.
Ensures ongoing compliance with Joint Commission standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable state policies and guidelines. Inspects facilities for cleanliness and evaluates food service staff for proper hygiene.
Advises the Director of Nutrition Services of potential concerns and develops corrective action plans to address identified deficiencies.
Oversees the inventory and control of equipment and supplies within assigned work areas. Maintains accurate transaction records, ensures appropriate stock levels, and performs and documents routine inventories.
Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates departmental staff. Provides leadership and direction to supervisory and administrative personnel by establishing appropriate performance standards.
Ensures employees receive regular performance evaluations and encourages positive work habits through coaching, counseling, professional development, and leading by example.
Coordinates ongoing departmental training to ensure staff members are prepared to perform their responsibilities successfully.
Maintains accurate records related to the quantity, quality, and timeliness of departmental work.
Submits regular reports to the Vice Chancellor regarding departmental activities and prepares special reports for projects and unique assignments as required.
Other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
askrecruitment@uams.edu
for any recruiting related questions.
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.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.