Assistant General Manager

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