Closing Date:
09/30/2026
Faculty - Non-Tenure
Workstudy Position:
No
Regular
No
University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College
University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.
UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839.
Culinary
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Full-time faculty at UA – Pulaski Technical College are responsible for delivering a high-quality learning experience that supports student success. Faculty serve as both instructors and facilitators of learning, performing instructional duties in alignment with the college’s mission, policies, and procedures. This position requires teaching a full course load of 30 credit hours for the academic year under the supervision of the Department Chair within the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintenance of office hours/establishing a campus presence in accordance with UA-PTC Campus Presence Policy 623
- Faculty must have flexibility to teach day and evening classes.
- Actively and consistently participating in orientations, professional development workshops, all mandatory or required training, events, and meetings, such as commencement and convocation.
- Ensure timely ordering of necessary instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of classroom, kitchen and storage areas; oversee periodic maintenance and cleaning of equipment and work areas.
- Develop and deliver course curriculums according to program and course learning objectives.
- Create detailed lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Conduct practical demonstrations and instruct students in various culinary and baking techniques.
- Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Actively communicate, maintain, and collaborate with the Advisory Committee. Faculty are expected to incorporate Advisory Committee feedback as appropriate.
- Complete all required reports, including but not limited to, course-level or program-level outcomes assessment, academic program review, and accreditation, within the prescribed time frame.
- Management of accurate student records and timely submission of syllabi, roster certifications, grades and assessment reports
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment; adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Attend faculty development seminars.
- Assist with periodic program review no less frequently than every three to five years for each academic program.
- Assist with maintaining national accreditation through the American Culinary Federation and Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration.
- Assist with Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute special events and restaurant services.
- Engage in the ongoing processes and activities necessary for evaluation and professional development of faculty.
- Participation in non-instructional activities, such as professional development activities, student advising, committee and departmental work and various level meetings as required by the college.
- Engage in the ongoing processes and activities necessary for evaluation and professional development of faculty
- Assist with career placement services
- Pursue or maintain appropriate certification through the American Culinary Federation, the American Hotel and Lodging Association, the Worldchefs Society or other certification bodies.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Promote the mission of UA- Pulaski Technical College.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Associate degree in one or more of these areas:culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, hospitality management or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Certifiable in one or more of these areas:CEC, CEPC, CCE with the American Culinary Federation or other certification body.
- Minimum of four (4) years of industry experience.
- At least two (2) years of supervisory experience in food preparation.
- Leadership and managerial abilities, including excellent organizational, computer and communications skills.
- Understanding and commitment to equal access/equal opportunity.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Three (3) years of experience as a chef de cuisine, executive sous chef, or similar leadership role.
- Bachelor degree in a related field from a regionally-accredited institution.
- Current professional certification (e.g., CEC, CEPC, CCE, or WCEC) through recognized organizations such as the American Culinary Federation or Worldchefs.
Additional Information:
Applicants should prepare and bring a lesson plan for a four-hour culinary laboratory class with their topic of choice and present a 5-10 minute teaching demonstration. The lesson should be designed for post-secondary culinary arts students and demonstrate both technical culinary expertise and effective instructional practices. The lesson plan should include measurable learning objectives, timeline of lab and instructional methods, recipes and ingredient order list, and related student handouts and assessment materials.
Salary Information:
$40,800
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Recruitment Contact Information:
Human Resources
[email protected]
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.
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, 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.
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