Assistant Venue Manager- Poetica

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Etymon Projects Full time $76,515 - $78,000 per year
  • Be part of the leadership team of this exciting new precinct, venue and project.
  • Assist in the guest and team experience.
  • Join a team redefining hospitality.

The Company

The Etymon vision to create, curate and manage world class hospitality, lifestyle and leisure businesses within Australia, China, Los Angeles, London and Singapore.

The Venue

Fire, wood and charcoal are at the heart of Poetica Bar & Grill,a refined and relaxed modern Sydney bar and grill in the heart of North Sydney. We opened our doors to rave reviews in early September 2023 and received One Hat from the Good Food Guide in our first few weeks.

Along one side of the 120-seat light-filled restaurant is an impressive 700-bottle wine wall, glass-fronted dry-ageing cabinets, and a 15-metre-long open kitchen featuring a Josper charcoal oven and custom wood-burning hearth.

The Opportunity

We're on the hunt for an Assistant Venue Manager to help deliver a world-class guest and team experience.

We're looking for a polished and dynamic leader who brings warmth, precision, and energy to every service—someone who puts the guest experience at the forefront and inspires their team to do the same.

Reporting to the Venue Manager, you'll support day-to-day operations, contribute to financial performance, and uphold compliance with health, safety, and liquor licensing. You'll be hands-on, collaborative, and ready to roll up your sleeves in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.

The Role

  • Support the Venue Manager in leading the venue across people, product, and performance.
  • Be a people leader—energising the team and delivering memorable guest experiences.
  • Mentor and support the Front of House team, including recruitment, onboarding, and training.
  • Manage the floor to maximise service flow and elevate guest experiences.
  • Collaborate with the Head Chef and Events team on menu execution for à la carte and event bookings.
  • Drive consistent excellence in service and a genuine passion for product.
  • Contribute to financial performance including rostering, labour costings, and stock control.
  • Build and nurture a loyal community of locals and regulars.
  • Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Liquor Licensing standards.

The Perks

  • Competitive Salary ranging from $76,515 - $78,000
  • Discount across all Etymon Projects venues
  • Opportunity for involvement with future venue openings across our ambitious growth plans
  • Training and development from some of the best leaders in Sydney hospitality
  • An opportunity to be part of truly landmark venues in the future of the Sydney dining scene

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