What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Event Operations Manager position at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National?
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National; Opelika, AL
From elegant weddings and corporate conferences to championship celebrations and unforgettable resort experiences, events at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National are designed to leave a lasting impression. We are seeking an energetic, service-driven Assistant Event Operations Manager to help lead our banquet and event operations team in delivering exceptional experiences from start to finish.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams, and is passionate about operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
What You’ll Do
As part of PCH Hotels & Resorts, you’ll join a company known for award-winning culture, growth opportunities, and a commitment to “Hospitality with Heart & Soul.”
What You’ll Love
From elegant weddings and corporate conferences to championship celebrations and unforgettable resort experiences, events at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National are designed to leave a lasting impression. We are seeking an energetic, service-driven Assistant Event Operations Manager to help lead our banquet and event operations team in delivering exceptional experiences from start to finish.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams, and is passionate about operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in leading banquet and event operations teams to deliver seamless, high-quality experiences for meetings, weddings, conferences, and special events
- Partner with event, culinary, sales, and operations teams to execute events with precision while maintaining exceptional service standards
- Support staffing, inventory management, event setup execution, and operational readiness across all event functions
- Engage with guests and meeting planners throughout events to ensure satisfaction, resolve concerns proactively, and create memorable experiences
- Drive operational performance through team development, coaching, upselling strategies, cost control, and continuous process improvement
- MUST have flexibility on days/hours worked to accommodate event schedules (nights, weekends, holidays, etc).
- Leadership experience in banquet operations, event management, or hotel food & beverage operations within a full-service hotel or resort environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and team leadership skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality setting
- Experience with Marriott event operations, banquet service, or large-scale group and convention business preferred
As part of PCH Hotels & Resorts, you’ll join a company known for award-winning culture, growth opportunities, and a commitment to “Hospitality with Heart & Soul.”
What You’ll Love
- Competitive compensation with annual bonus potential – with opportunities to grow!
- Comprehensive health benefits with FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) with company match
- Marriott hotel discounts worldwide
- Dining, golf, spa, and retail discounts across PCH properties
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing leadership development opportunities
- The chance to help create unforgettable experiences at one of Alabama’s premier resort destinations