Job Description
Client Profile
Our client is a well-established hospitality group with a portfolio of high-quality venues and a strong reputation for delivering exceptional food, beverage and guest experiences. With a focus on people, operational excellence and creating memorable experiences, the group continues to grow its presence across the Melbourne hospitality market.
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to step into an Assistant Venue Manager position and play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of a busy Melbourne venue.
Working closely with the Venue Manager, you will help lead the team, maintain high service standards and ensure the venue operates smoothly across every shift. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being visible on the floor and takes pride in developing people and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the Venue Manager with the daily operation and performance of the venue
Leading, coaching and motivating a high-performing front-of-house team
Maintaining consistently high standards of service, presentation and guest experience
Supporting rostering, training, compliance and operational administration
Assisting with stock management, cost control and achieving venue targets
Taking ownership of the venue in the absence of the Venue Manager
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a confident hospitality leader with strong operational knowledge and a genuine passion for people and service. You will be comfortable leading from the front, managing a fast-paced environment and creating a positive team culture.
You will ideally bring:
Previous experience in an Assistant Venue Manager, Supervisor or similar leadership role
Strong communication, organisation and people management skills
A hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example
Commercial awareness and an understanding of venue operations and cost control
A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected hospitality group and take the next step in your management career, with the opportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team and contribute to the ongoing success of a high-profile Melbourne venue.
To learn more about this role, submit your CV or contact Naz Souza via naz@hastingspeople.com.au for a confidential discussion.
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