
General Manager, Premium Events
6 days ago
Job Description
Client Profile
This industry-leading organisation delivers premium food, beverage, and bar operations for iconic events, activations, and venues across the country. With a reputation built on creativity, professionalism, and precision, the business is poised for its next phase of growth and is seeking a visionary General Manager to lead the charge.
Job Description
Reporting to the Head of the parent group, the General Manager will oversee all aspects of the event and hospitality business, from strategic planning to daily operations. You will be responsible for business development, team leadership, financial performance, and enhancing the guest and client experience across multiple platforms.
- Lead national operations across venues, activations, and events
- Develop innovative F&B strategies aligned with customer trends and commercial goals
- Manage and mentor a high-performing leadership team
- Drive business expansion and commercial partnerships
- Oversee budgets, compliance, and operational excellence at scale
Candidate Profile
You are an accomplished senior leader from the hospitality, events, or venue management sectors. You combine operational strength with commercial vision and are passionate about delivering excellence in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
- At least 8 years' experience in senior F&B or events leadership roles
- Proven ability to grow businesses, lead teams, and drive innovation
- Strong understanding of F&B commercialisation and large-scale operations
- Skilled communicator and strategist, with a track record of building successful partnerships
- Adept at balancing creativity with performance metrics and compliance
Offer
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact, creative, and commercially focused leadership role within one of Australia's most respected event and hospitality operators. An attractive remuneration package will be tailored to the right candidate.
To learn more about this role, submit your CV or contact Phil Gannon via for a confidential discussion.
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