Are you a passionate hospitality leader with a deep appreciation for fine dining, wine, and the creation of unforgettable guest experiences? We're seeking an Assistant General Manager & Wine Director to help lead an elevated luxury hospitality operation in the Auburn, AL region. This is an opportunity to combine world-class hospitality, beverage expertise, team development, and operational excellence within a one-of-a-kind dining environment.
Assistant General Manager & Wine Director Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance up to $100,000 DOE
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Relocation assistance available
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Opportunity to work alongside industry-leading hospitality professionals
Assistant General Manager & Wine Director Responsibilities:
- Support daily operations, service execution, staffing, and guest experience within a luxury fine dining environment
- Lead floor operations and ensure elevated hospitality standards are consistently delivered
- Oversee wine and beverage programming, including wine list development, pairings, inventory management, and staff education
- Create memorable guest experiences through wine dinners, tastings, and beverage-focused events
- Mentor and develop hospitality professionals through hands-on training, coaching, and experiential learning opportunities
- Partner with culinary and operational leadership to enhance service standards, guest satisfaction, and overall performance
- Support budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and beverage profitability initiatives
Assistant General Manager & Wine Director Requirements:
- 5+ years of fine dining experience with progressive leadership responsibility
- Certified Sommelier certification or equivalent advanced wine knowledge required
- Experience managing wine programs, beverage operations, inventory, and team education
- Background in luxury hospitality, Forbes, AAA Five Diamond, Michelin, James Beard, or other elevated dining environments preferred
- Exceptional communication, organization, and relationship-building skills with the ability to create memorable guest experiences