Assistant Event Operations Manager

Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National•Opelika, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Events at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National are designed to leave a lasting impression, from elegant weddings and corporate conferences to championship celebrations and unforgettable resort experiences. 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.

Requirements

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
MUST have flexibility on days/hours worked to accommodate event schedules (nights, weekends, holidays, etc).

Nice To Haves

Experience with Marriott event operations, banquet service, or large-scale group and convention business preferred

Responsibilities

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