General Manager 1 - Conference Center

Let your passion for people be the driver of your success at Sodexo. Through your leadership, your team will make a real impact every day.

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking a dynamic General Manager – Conference Center to lead event and conference operations at the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA). This role is responsible for developing, promoting, and executing both on- and off-campus events that align with the university’s mission and goals.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced event management professional to make a meaningful impact by expanding UMA’s event portfolio and enhancing its community presence.

• have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• deliver high quality food service;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals; 
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• develop strategic plans;
• create a positive environment; and/or
• ensure Sodexo standards are met.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• High profile conference/banquet/catering management in addition to hotel/overnight lodging experience
• strong understanding of financial - P&Ls, controllable and non-controllable expenses
• Sales / business development background – grow and develop conference services for existing and current accounts
• strong communication skills - working with client and administration,
• Hiring, training, and motivating a high performing team of managers, supervisors and front-line staff across various disciplines and operating departments including; Food & Beverage, Catering, Conference Services & Audiovisual Technology
• Previous experience in Event & Space Management
• Proven expertise in fostering relationships with executive level
• Managing complex presentation technologies including video conferences and broadcasts
• Seeking Bilingual candidates, the ability to speak Spanish would be helpful managing this workforce. 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience  

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years              

Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years of work experience in hospitality services including hotel management, conference center services, food services, etc.