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Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a General Manager 2to lead dining services at UMaine Machias , a small state university featuring one resident dining facility, one retail operation, and catering services. This role works closely with five sister campuses throughout Maine, with a strong focus on sustainability and sourcing local foods. The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of dining operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, nutritious, and sustainable meals that support student well-being and academic success.
The University of Maine at Machias (UMaine Machias) is Maine’s coastal university, located in the historic town of Machias along the state’s scenic Bold Coast. As the easternmost university in the United States, UMaine Machias offers a unique learning and living experience on a 243-acre campus surrounded by pristine forests and trails, close to the Atlantic Ocean. UMaine Machias fosters a student-centered community dedicated to academic success and lifelong engagement with the world.
Lead and manage all daily dining operations, including resident dining, retail, and catering services, ensuring exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction
Recruit, train, supervise, and develop dining services staff, fostering a motivated and high-performing team
Oversee food preparation and service with a focus on nutrition, sustainability, and locally sourced ingredients aligned with university values
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, maintaining a safe and clean dining environment
Collaborate with university departments and sister campuses to coordinate dining services for campus events and special programs
Manage operational budgets, control food and labor costs, and maximize efficiency while maintaining quality service
Promote sustainability initiatives including waste reduction, recycling, and support for local food systems
Create a welcoming and inclusive dining atmosphere that enhances the student experience and supports community engagement
Monitor customer feedback and implement continuous improvements in service and operations
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:
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:Proven experience in food service management, preferably in a higher education or comparable environment
Strong commitment to sustainability and local sourcing in dining operations
Thorough knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards and ability to ensure strict compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with staff, students, and university stakeholders
Budget management and cost control skills with experience analyzing financial reports
Collaborative mindset with ability to build relationships across departments and external partners
Passion for creating a positive and supportive dining experience that promotes student well-being and success
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of a small university community
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.
Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years
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