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Venue Manager, Iconic Waterfront Venue, Sydney CBD

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Job Title: Venue Manager, Iconic Waterfront Venue, Sydney CBD
Location: Sydney
Expertise: Hospitality
Reference: 4029
Job Published: 31 Jul 2026
Closing Date: 18 Oct 2026

Job Description

Client Profile

Our client operates one of Sydney's most established and recognised hospitality venues, delivering exceptional food, beverage and entertainment experiences in an iconic waterfront setting. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and people development, they continue to invest in experienced leaders who can build high-performing teams and drive operational excellence.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Venue Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of this flagship venue. This is a genuine leadership role where you will have the autonomy to influence culture, drive commercial performance and create memorable guest experiences while leading an established management team.

You will be responsible for:

  • Leading, mentoring and developing a large, high-performing hospitality team.

  • Driving service standards and creating exceptional guest experiences.

  • Managing financial performance including labour, cost control and profitability.

  • Overseeing compliance, licensing and workplace health and safety.

  • Working closely with senior leadership to deliver operational and commercial objectives.

About You

You are an experienced hospitality leader who thrives in high-volume environments and enjoys building engaged teams. You understand that exceptional venues are built on strong culture, consistent execution and outstanding guest experiences.

To be successful you will have:

  • Previous experience leading a high-volume hospitality venue.

  • Strong financial and commercial acumen.

  • A proven ability to develop, motivate and retain exceptional teams.

  • Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

  • A hands-on management style with a genuine passion for hospitality.

The Offer

This is an opportunity to join one of Sydney's premier hospitality businesses and lead a venue that continues to set the benchmark for premium hospitality. You'll be supported by an experienced leadership team, enjoy genuine career progression and have the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a well-established business.

To learn more about this role, submit your CV or contact Phil Gannon via phil@hastingspeople.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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