Venue Manager

2 weeks ago


Fortitude Valley, Australia Funlab Full time

Be yourself.
Love, Funlab.
Welcome to Funlab - the world’s premier creator of competitive socialising experiences and the first B Corp-certified company in our industry. That means we’re serious about using fun for good - creating epic experiences while making a positive impact on our people, our communities, and the planet.
With eight fun-inducing brands, 50+ venues across Australia, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and North America, and over 2,000 incredible Motherfunners, we’ve been crafting joy, banter, and unforgettable moments since 2001.
Every day at Funlab is different (just like our Motherfunners), and we love it that way. We’re all about creating a kind, safe, and inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, grow, and have a blast while doing it. No matter where you’ve been - or where your journey with Funlab takes you - the opportunity to learn, develop, and amplify your skills is always within reach.
Now, we’re on the lookout for a Venue Manager to join the team at Holey Moley in Fortitude Valley - someone who’s passionate about people, driven by fun, and ready to create unforgettable experiences.
Why Work with Us?
- Advance your career with a powerhouse in the entertainment industry
- Personalised development tailored to you, plus the chance to learn from some of the best in the biz
- A people-first culture that prioritises upskilling, growth, and setting our Motherfunners (aka our amazing team) up for success
- Extra time off Enjoy three additional paid leave days just for you
- Wellbeing matters. We offer mental health support, EAP services, Mental Health First Aid training, a dedicated DEI committee, and plenty of sub-committees
- Play on us Enjoy free activities for yourself across ALL Funlab brands—because work should come with perks
- And most importantlybecause we’re just that AWESOME
- What You'll Do
- Lead with energy: Be a hands-on, guest-focused leader who motivates your team to create unforgettable experiences
- Boost revenue: Drive up and cross selling to enhance the guest experience and go the extra mile to wow our guests. Run amazing shifts with your commercial mindset
- Create WOW spaces: Transform your venue into the ultimate FUN destination
- Support your team: Inspire and mentor a high-energy team of customer service, bartender and function host pros
- Manager & oversee operations: Take control of front of house & back of house portfolios like rosters, recruitment, training, P&L management, forecasting, and more
- Cultivate culture: Build a collaborative, inclusive vibe that makes coming to work exciting
- Grow and shine: Amplify your skills and those of your team while mastering all aspects of a bustling entertainment venue

What You've Got
- Minimum 2-3 years' experience managing a busy entertainment / hospitality venue
- A valid RSA, relevant state approved managers license and Working with Children Check
- Availability to work nights and weekends. After all, that’s where the action is at
- An obsession with providing the best guest experiences
- Experience in driving revenues on shift
- Proactive, with a sense of urgency and a positive can-do attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Well organised planner who works well under timeline pressures and tackling multiple priorities
- Capable problem-solver and thinking on your feet
- Proven ability to build and manage relationships with different stakeholders
- A desire to show off what you've got and what heights you can take the business

Keen?
If you're curious to explore, energetic about guests, and heart-working for our fun-loving communities, Funlab is the place for you - and you’re the Motherfunner for us


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