Venue Operations Manager - CBD | Melbourne_Australia
Step into a vibrant, multi-faceted venue with top-tier culture, real career growth, and a break from the everyday venue where F&B meets entertainment!
The opportunity
This is not your average pub, bar or restaurant. This is a multi-sensory experience - where high-volume hospitality powerhouse meets entertainment. A venue like this
needs to be seen to be believed.
We’re searching for a high-performing Venue Manager who’s ready to take on a flagship site in the heart of Melbourne district. With a team of 40+, and a loyal crew of experienced Assistant Managers and department heads, your mission will be to lead, inspire, and raise the bar on what’s possible in venue leadership.
Why this role is different?
We partner with some of the best hospitality groups in the country - and this one is
truly one-of-a-kind. The culture is second to none: creative, people-first, and fuelled by passion. Their venues are innovative, their values are lived daily, and their teams are empowered to lead like owners.
This group doesn’t just talk about growth - they
deliver it, with clear pathways into senior ops and support office roles.
About you You're not just a manager - you’re a true hospitality leader with the confidence and experience to run a large-format, fast-paced venue. You love a buzzing floor, a colourful cocktail list, and a team that thrives under your guidance. You're commercial, strategic, and not afraid to have the tough conversations when needed. Most of all, you're a culture builder who can keep the vibe high while driving results.
You’ll bring:
- 2+ years in a Venue Manager or comparable role (large, multi-department venues essential)
- Proven commercial skills - P&L management, cost control, revenue-driving initiatives
- Strong leadership, communication, and performance management experience
- A hands-on, business-owner mindset - you’re across every detail, and love it that way
What’s in it for you? - $95k–$105k + super + incentives
- Enjoy one weekend off every month, with a maximum of 2 Sundays worked per month
- Benefit from 3 additional paid days off a year
- Relish a 50% discount on delectable food and beverages.
- Lead one of Melbourne’s most dynamic hospitality venues
- Join a company with an incredible reputation for internal culture, innovation and development
- Clear progression pathways - demonstrated history of managers move into senior operations or support roles
- Work alongside an experienced and supportive senior leadership team
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat on (03) 9666 1520
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