Australian Venue Co.

Operates 200+ pubs and venues nationwide

Venue Manager

Food & Beverage Operations ManagementPosted on Nov 8

Full-timeHackham, AustraliaIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Previous experience as a Venue Manager or senior Assistant Venue Manager.
Ability to confidently manage a large, busy, multi-faceted venue.
Strong commercial, operational and people leadership skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the venue team.
Drive an exceptional guest experience.
Manage operations across the bar, bistro, gaming, beer garden, functions and accommodation.
Manage labour, stock, costs and key venue KPIs.
Maintain strong compliance, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) and safety standards.
Drive commercial performance across multiple revenue streams.
Build relationships with guests, suppliers and the local community.
Lead the venue hands-on and maintain a visible presence.
Develop teams and create a positive venue culture.

Mick O’Shea’s Hotel is a large, vibrant Irish pub located south of Adelaide. Known for its warm hospitality and lively atmosphere, the venue offers a full range of experiences, including a bar, bistro, gaming lounge, beer garden, functions, live entertainment and accommodation.

We are looking for a hands-on Venue Manager who leads from the front and can confidently manage multiple revenue streams while building a strong, engaged and high-performing team.

About the role

You will be responsible for:

Leading and developing the venue team
Driving an exceptional guest experience
Managing operations across the bar, bistro, gaming, beer garden, functions and accommodation
Managing labour, stock, costs and key venue KPIs
Maintaining strong compliance, RSA and safety standards
Driving commercial performance across multiple revenue streams
Building relationships with guests, suppliers and the local community

About you

You will be an experienced hospitality leader who:

Has previous Venue Manager or senior Assistant Venue Manager experience
Leads from the front with a hands-on and visible approach
Is confident managing a large, busy and multi-faceted venue
Has strong commercial, operational and people leadership skills
Can manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards
Enjoys developing teams and creating a positive venue culture

What’s on offer

OTE up to $159,000, including salary, superannuation and quarterly KPI bonuses
The opportunity to lead a large and diverse Irish pub
Multiple revenue streams and varied operational experience
A supportive team environment
Career progression across Australian Venue Co.

If you are a confident and energetic Venue Manager ready to lead a large venue and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

About the Company

Australian Venue Co.

Operates 200+ pubs and venues nationwide

Australian Venue Co operates and manages a network of more than 200 pubs, bars and venues across Australia, focusing on a local-first approach. Local leaders tailor each venue’s menus, customer service, events, and design to fit their local market, while a centralized head office provides specialist support and maintains shared core values across all venues. The company differentiates itself by combining a large national footprint with venue-level customization, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. Its goal is to deliver exceptional customer experiences, unbeatable value, and consistently high-quality standards across its venues.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Melbourne VIC, Australia
Founded: 2012

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