Fine Dining Assistant General Manager - Relocate to Auburn, AL

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Fine Dining Assistant General Manager - Relocate to Auburn, AL

Nashville, TN
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Join a high-end hospitality team in Auburn, AL, focusing on fine dining, wine programs, team leadership, and creating memorable guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Requirements

  • 5+ years fine dining experience
  • Wine program management
  • Staff mentorship skills
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Leadership experience

Qualifications

  • Certified Sommelier or equivalent
  • Luxury hospitality background
  • Experience with wine inventory
  • Relationship-building skills

Full job description

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 $100K (DOE) plus bonuses
  • 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
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