Venue Manager- Large Scale

3 weeks ago


West Melbourne, Australia Frontline Hospitality Melbourne West Full time

Venue Manager

Large Multi Level | Western Melbourne

Are you an experienced Venue Manager with a passion for overseeing large, dynamic teams? Do you have a background in managing multi-level venues such as bars, pubs, nightclubs, breweries, or restaurants? If you're a commercial-minded leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you

We are looking for a talented and experienced Venue Manager to join our team. This role requires someone who is not only a strong manager but also an advocate for positive work culture, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and inspire a large team of 40+ staff, ensuring the venue runs smoothly across all departments.
  • Manage the daily operations of a large, multi-level venue, ensuring seamless coordination between front-of-house, bar, kitchen, and other departments.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, mentoring staff, driving performance, and ensuring development opportunities.
  • Take responsibility for budgeting, cost control, labor management, rostering, and reporting, ensuring the venue is run efficiently and profitably.
  • Work closely with the head chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, maintaining high food quality, and managing kitchen costs.
  • Lead marketing efforts to drive footfall, sales, and brand awareness, collaborating with the marketing team to create compelling offers and events.
  • Implement and maintain operational systems, processes, and standards to ensure consistency and quality of service across all areas.
  • Ensure a superior guest experience, with a focus on service excellence, problem resolution, and maintaining the highest standards of hospitality.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience managing large venues with a team of 40+ staff. Background in bars, pubs, nightclubs, breweries, or restaurants essential.
  • Strong people management skills with a focus on team development, coaching, and fostering a positive work culture.
  • Ability to manage costs, maximize profitability, and drive revenue through effective operational and marketing strategies.
  • Experience managing multi-level venues, including overseeing bar and kitchen operations, cost control, and rostering systems.
  • Strong understanding of kitchen operations and the ability to work collaboratively with a head chef.
  • Ability to remain composed and efficient in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Clear, positive communication skills with both staff and customers.
  • Innovative and solutions-oriented approach to managing the venue and handling challenges as they arise.

Offering:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Career Growth
  • Great Team Culture

If you're a seasoned Venue Manager who is ready to take on an exciting challenge, lead a large team, and drive success across a multi-level venue, we want to hear from you

Recruitment consultant: Jenna Barr

** Only candidates living in Australia with full working rights will be short listed for the role **

To apply online, please click on the apply button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Jenna Barr on barr@frontlinehospitality.com.au

quoting the reference number above, or check out our website for other available positions.

www.frontlinehospitality.com.au



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