Restaurant and Bar Manager at Botanic Opelika, AL

Restaurant and Bar Manager

Want to work in a place where you can make a massive impact on your team through inspiring leadership? Are you interested in creating unforgettable guest experiences and being a key member of building a one-of-a-kind destination? At Botanic, everything we do is rooted in purpose and designed to enrich lives. We are searching for a Restaurant and Bar Manager who prioritizes guest satisfaction, builds and develops talented teams, and leads by example.

This role oversees all day-to-day operations of our bars and restaurants, ensuring exceptional product and service delivery while cultivating an environment where employees can thrive.

• Lead, inspire, and develop a world-class team across all restaurant and bar outlets
• Train staff on customer service, product knowledge, and operational standards
• Manage scheduling to ensure efficiency and optimal guest service
• Implement and maintain all food, beverage, service, and cleanliness standards
• Oversee bar operations, including cocktail menu development, seasonal updates, and adherence to alcohol service laws
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls for both food and beverage
• Analyze and manage budgets, financial reports, and inventory variances
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, VP of Food & Beverage, and other executives on a multitude of tasks.
• Ensure compliance with accounting, HR policies, and all health code/food safety regulations
• Model and enforce cash management, opening/closing, and FIFO procedures
• Support operations directly when needed to guarantee an outstanding guest experience

• 5–10 years of management experience in high-volume restaurant/food & beverage operations
• 3–5 years of bar or resort-based management preferred
• Degree in Hospitality, Restaurant/Bar Management, or related field preferred
• Strong business management, financial, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Willingness to work peak hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to walk, stand, and occasionally lift/carry items as required in operations

• Competitive pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Bonus opportunities

Botanic is built around a love of nature and love for people. We offer lawn and maintenance care, a garden center, a market, a farm to table restaurant featuring southern cuisine, with garden settings or water views. Come enjoy a true southern experience!