Will Hutton

About Will Hutton

Resolute kitchen leader with a passion for innovation, operations, and building high-performing teams.With 20 years of hands-on experience in the food industry, I’ve grown from the line to the lead—mastering everything from banquet-style cooking and large-scale catering to menu planning and kitchen management. Today, I proudly serve as the Head Chef for the largest Pi Beta Phi chapter in the nation, where I oversee culinary operations for hundreds of members daily. My work demands precision, creativity, leadership, and the ability to execute consistently under pressure—all while maintaining quality, nutrition, and satisfaction at scale.I thrive in high-volume, fast-paced environments and have a proven track record of motivating teams, streamlining operations, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Whether I’m managing a tight prep schedule or rolling out a menu for a formal sit-down dinner, I bring a calm, solutions-oriented mindset to the table.Now, I’m expanding my impact beyond the kitchen. As a B.S.B.A. candidate in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at the University of Arkansas, I’m blending years of culinary expertise with business strategy and leadership development. I’m passionate about process improvement, sustainable operations, and customer-centered service—especially in the unique world of campus dining and Greek life.Open to partnering with or contributing to forward-thinking organizations that value innovation, integrity, and team culture.I believe food is more than sustenance—it’s a form of connection, creativity, and care. If you’re in food service, operations, education, or entrepreneurship and want to collaborate or connect, I’d love to hear from you.Let’s bring flavor and flair to the table—together.

Experience

1. Head Chef

   Pi Beta Phi Fraternity For Women

   May 2023 — Present · Fayetteville, AR, US

   Develop unique and cuisine-appropriate menus• Staying current on developing trends in the restaurant industry• Maintain the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations• Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors• Hiring, training and supervising kitchen staff• Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery• Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques• Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed• Lead employee meetings to ensure the success of the team and operations

Education

• NorthWest Arkansas Community College

  Culinary Arts

• University of Arkansas

  Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies