Director of RestaurantsAuburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
Opelika, ALLead the Dining Experience at One of Marriott's Premier Resort Destinations
Located alongside the renowned Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National is recognized for exceptional hospitality, outstanding culinary experiences, and a commitment to excellence.
We're seeking an experienced
Director of Restaurants to lead the resort's restaurant and lounge operations, including the award-winning Southern Oak restaurant and bar. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic Food & Beverage leader who enjoys developing exceptional teams, driving business results, and creating memorable dining experiences for resort guests, golfers, conference attendees, and the local community.
If you're passionate about hospitality, leadership, and delivering experiences guests remember long after their visit, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do- Provide strategic leadership for Southern Oak, the resort lounge, and in-room dining while ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and Marriott brand standards.
- Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing restaurant team, fostering a culture built on accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and Hospitality with Heart & Soul.
- Partner with the Executive Chef, Resort Leadership, Sales, and Event Operations teams to create exceptional dining experiences, support group business, and maximize food and beverage revenue.
- Lead financial performance through labor management, inventory control, cost management, pricing strategies, and revenue optimization while maintaining exceptional quality and service.
- Build strong relationships with guests by actively seeking feedback, resolving concerns, and continuously identifying opportunities to elevate the dining experience and restaurant performance.
The Ideal Candidate- 5+ years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience within a full-service hotel, resort, or comparable upscale hospitality environment, including responsibility for restaurant operations.
- Proven success leading high-performing teams while improving guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
- Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, beverage management, labor planning, budgeting, inventory control, food safety, and cost management.
- A collaborative leader who is passionate about developing people, coaching future leaders, and creating an engaging workplace culture.
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Benefits & Perks- Competitive base salary plus annual performance incentive
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, and Disability benefits
- Paid Holidays, PTO, and 401(k) with company match
- Marriott hotel discounts worldwide plus dining, golf, spa, and retail discounts across PCH Hotels & Resorts
- Tuition reimbursement and exceptional leadership development and career growth opportunities
If you're ready to lead an exceptional team, elevate one of Alabama's premier resort dining experiences, and make a lasting impact on guests and associates alike, we'd love to connect with you.
