General Manager 1 – Conference Center Position Available In Hancock, Maine

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• Role Overview
• Apply today and help shape exceptional guest experiences at the University of Maine.

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

• Sodexo Campus Segment
• is seeking an experienced
• General Manager 1
• Conference Center
• to lead operations at the
• University of Maine
• in Orono, ME
• the state’s flagship public university and a renowned land, sea, and space grant institution. Located on a picturesque 660-acre campus along the Stillwater River, UMaine combines natural beauty with academic excellence and a vibrant event environment. The
• Conference Services unit
• is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-impact events, camps, and conferences. This includes managing housing, meeting spaces, and food service partnerships with
• UMaine Dining
• , ensuring seamless service for clients ranging from internal departments to external organizations.
• Incentives

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

• What You’ll Do
• Minimum 3 years of
• hospitality or conference services management
• experience
• Experience with
• campus events, large-scale operations, or multi-unit leadership
• preferred
• Strong background in
• client relationship management
• and
• event execution
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility
• Team-oriented leadership style focused on coaching and performance development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and conference management software
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• What We Offer
• 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.
• What You Bring
• Oversee all daily operations for conference and camp services, with a strong focus on planning, logistics, and client satisfaction
• Coordinate directly with campus partners, departments, and external clients to design and execute events
• Collaborate with UMaine Dining to provide tailored catering and dining options for conference and event guests
• Lead and mentor a team of salaried and hourly employees, including oversight of student and seasonal staff
• Manage financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring AMV of ~$10M
• Implement systems for operational efficiency, compliance, and service consistency
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction across all event services
• Identify growth opportunities and process improvements to enhance overall service delivery.
• Who We Are
• 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](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab).

• Qualifications & Requirements
• 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.