Food Preparation Supervisor

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Closing Date:

04/25/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

OPS | NUTRI Lobby Cafe Team 1

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Food Preparation Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of food service personnel, directing food service activities, monitoring security and safety practices, coordinating the production and serving of food, ordering supplies, and the preparation of reports. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 2 years of experience in institutional or commercial food service operations, including 1 year supervisory experience.

• Self-directed, flexible and innovative.

• Good leadership and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in dietetics or a related field, ServSafe Certified, Certified Dietary Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all task of the cashier and the food preparation technician with proficiency.

• Helps staff prepare food, make coffee drinks, cleaning, cashiering, and any other tasks that are necessary while providing outstanding customer service.

• Ensures that the staff are following recipes that are designed by management.

• Handles questions, concerns and complaints.

• Trains and supervise all staff while following UAMS policies and procedure.

• Performs all register counting duties while following the policies and procedures, as well as, holds the staff accountable for the policies and procedures.

• Completes all documentation daily.

• Accurately records the temperatures of the coolers and food to ensure customer safety.

• Audit staff duties and completes daily cleaning checklists for inspection.

• Performs other duties assigned.

Additional Information:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand

Continuously

Sit

Occasionally

Walk

Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Frequently

Lift and carry weight

26 - 50 lbs

Push and pull weight

26 - 50 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel

Continuously

Talk

Continuously

Hear

Continuously

Taste or smell

Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically

Continuously

Physical Environment

Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level

Loud

Visual Requirements

Color discrimination
Depth perception
Far visual acuity
Near visual acuity

Hazards

Chemical
Electrical
Heavy machinery

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contactfor any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes