Venue Manager

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Work type: Salaried
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Categories: Venue Management

We're on the hunt for an experienced, dynamic Venue Manager to take the reins at Garden State Hotel – our sprawling, multi-level wonderland in the heart of Melbourne.

This bespoke, high-capacity venue is an institution of Melbourne's hospitality scene, known for its grand tiered Beer Garden, award-winning Tippy Tay restaurant, and the Rose Garden Cocktail Bar. It's a dynamic, high-energy environment that needs a leader who thrives on complexity, precision, and pace.

We're looking for someone who's walked the walk – someone with proven experience running large, fast-paced venues with multiple offerings. You'll lead the day-to-day, drive service and performance standards, and develop a strong, high-performing management team..

What's on Offer:

• Generous Salary $115,000 - $120,000 + Super
• Quarterly KPI Bonus - $44,000 P/A
• Opportunity to join Australia's fastest-growing hospitality business with opportunities on an international scale.
• Autonomous role with boundless central and on-the-ground support.
• Mobility opportunities: 200+ venues and growing.
• 4+ years of Venue Management experience
• Experience working in an entertainment-focused venue
• Extensive food & beverage product knowledge
• Experience in a high-turnover customer service environment
• Proven capacity to manage large teams
• Demonstrated experience in business development and strategic hospitality management
• Demonstrated team and leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn and change
• Have a market awareness and trend analysis relevant to food and beverage in the area & industry
• Be able to implement and execute promotions throughout the business successfully
• State-based qualifications, RSA

We value the diversity of our employees' experiences, talents, and cultures. Our talent strategy includes embracing diversity and fostering inclusion. Our capacity to unlock potential and improve our success depends on our ability to build a diverse, inclusive workforce.

Advertised: 30 Jul 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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