Food Operations Manager 2 - job 1 of 13

Role Overview

Join a team that values your passion for working with people and mentoring them toward personal and professional success.

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Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 to lead our University Segment at the University of Maine at Orono. In this role, you’ll oversee the campus dining program with a primary focus on resident dining and multiple retail locations. You’ll ensure exceptional service, operational excellence, and client satisfaction—while supporting a vibrant campus community.

The University of Maine at Orono, the state’s flagship institution, offers a rich academic and cultural environment along the scenic Stillwater River. With a strong commitment to research, innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, it’s an inspiring place to work, learn, and lead.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations for resident dining and multiple retail outlets on campus

• Ensure employees have the tools, training, and resources to succeed

• Maintain high standards for food quality, service, and regulatory compliance

• Develop and execute operational plans and projects aligned with Sodexo and client goals

• Achieve financial performance targets and manage budgets effectively

• Foster strong client relationships and ensure long-term account retention

• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and excellence

• Support strategic initiatives that enhance the student and campus dining experience

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

• Proven leadership in food service operations, preferably in higher education or large-scale hospitality

• Strong ability to build relationships with clients, customers, and team members at all levels

• Experience managing budgets, financial goals, and operational targets

• Knowledge of HACCP, regulatory compliance, and food safety standards

• Talent for coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams

• Comfort communicating in executive-level and client-facing settings

• A commitment to creating an inclusive, positive, and safe work environment

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.