General Manager 1 - Conference Center

Role Overview: Sodexo is #NowHiring for our General Manager 1, Conference Services for Conferencing and Events at Whitworth University, located in Spokane, WA.  Our successful candidate will have a demonstrated history of professional communication with high-profile clients, managing large conferences on college campuses. Our polished professional leader will have experience navigating campus department relationships and building a team culture on campus to facilitate scheduling meeting rooms and campus groups. Strong business and financial acumen are required to manage contracts, permits, tax exempt documentation, certificates of insurance and more. This role will manage complex presentation technologies including video conferences and large-scale broadcasts. The details of this sale are being finalized, contingent offers will be made. Sodexo provides college campuses with conferencing and event management, food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment. Incentives: Relocation assistance is available for this exciting career opportunity! * The True budgeted salary for this position is $78,000-$80,000. What You'll Do: Manage client expectations, financial expectations and performanceNavigate campus department relationships and build a team culture on campusManage contracts and legal documents including permits, tax exempt, minors on campus, certificates of insuranceManage complex groups with specific scheduling needs, presentation technologies including video conferences and large-scale broadcastsCommunicate with high-profile clients to guide decision making on schedules, dining needs, information technology, display, and event design experience in events  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 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 Bring: Demonstrated history of business acumenExpertise around campus conferencing and cateringStrong professional polish with excellent communication with high-profile clientsStrong knowledge on sales, finances, operations procedures, controls and administration, awareness and ability to perform all sales-related functions 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 - 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.

Created: 2025-03-30