Resident District Manager

Resident District Manager (RDM)RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLESodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a Resident District Manager (RDM) to lead a dynamic and multifaceted dining program across southern and central Maine. Based at the University of Southern Maine (USM), the RDM will oversee a district that includes both year-round and seasonal operations, with responsibility for residential dining, retail food outlets, catering, and conference services.This role is ideal for a strategic, people-focused leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about elevating the student experience through culinary innovation, operational excellence, and client partnership.What You'll DoServe as the senior Sodexo leader across a multi-campus district headquartered at USM.Directly oversee General Managers and support teams across multiple institutions, including: University of Maine at Farmington (UMF)Southern Maine Community College (SMCC)Central Maine Community College (CMCC)Maine College of Art & Design (MECA)York County Community College (YCCC)Camp Laurel SouthDarling Marine CenterDrive excellence in residential dining, retail operations, catering, and seasonal hospitality.Partner closely with institutional stakeholders to align on vision, performance, and long-term strategy.Ensure delivery of financial goals through budget ownership, cost controls, and efficient labor management.Lead strategic initiatives in sustainability, DE&I, student engagement, and local sourcing.Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within all teams.Recruit, mentor, and develop talent across the region while promoting internal advancement.What We OfferCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.What You BringMulti-unit food service leadership experience (higher education or hospitality strongly preferred).Demonstrated success managing large, complex operations with multiple service lines.Strong financial and operational acumen with a history of meeting or exceeding KPIs.Expertise in team leadership, including performance management and development.Exceptional communication skills and client-facing professionalism.Experience in unionized environments and managing both front- and back-of-house operations.Who We AreAt 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 & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience 5 years