
Posted 5 days ago
Venue Manager
AI Summary
Leads the overall operation of a busy sports bar venue, managing team performance, guest experience, and commercial results including sales, labour costs, and profitability. Oversees daily venue operations and coaches the team.
About this role
Big games, big atmosphere and a venue that’s all about being part of the action. We’re looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead Sports & Rec Sylvia Park, bringing together a great team, strong performance and memorable guest experiences. Ready to take the lead? Come join Sports & Rec.
About the Role
As Sports & Rec Sylvia Park’s Venue Manager, you’ll take ownership of the overall venue operation, leading your team to deliver great experiences while driving strong operational and commercial performance.
You’ll thrive in a busy, high-energy environment and be confident leading across all areas of the business. With strong leadership, a passion for hospitality and a solid commercial mindset, you’ll know how to build a high-performing team, deliver consistently great service and keep the venue running smoothly when things get busy.
You’ll be across the people, service and numbers that keep Sports & Rec performing at its best.
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing venue team
Set the standard for energetic, memorable guest experiences
Own financial performance, including sales growth, labour and wage management, cost control and profitability
Oversee day-to-day venue operations and maintain high standards across the business
Build a strong team culture where people feel supported, challenged and motivated
Work closely with operational leaders and support teams to deliver wider business initiatives
About You
We’re looking for someone who’s:
A natural leader: organised, confident and able to bring out the best in their team
A people-first operator: approachable, supportive and invested in developing others
Commercially switched on: comfortable owning the numbers, identifying opportunities and driving results
A hospitality person at heart: passionate about great service, quality and creating an atmosphere guests want to come back to
Hands-on: happy leading from the floor and jumping in when needed, particularly when the venue is at its busiest
What You’ll Love About Us
Big Atmosphere: Be part of a lively sports bar where big games, busy weekends and great energy come with the territory
Plenty of Variety: From everyday trade to major sporting events and packed game days, no two weeks look quite the same
Team Culture: Lead a supportive, hardworking and social crew who know how to bring the atmosphere
Growth Opportunities: Make your mark at Sports & Rec Sylvia Park while continuing to grow your career across Star Group
If you’re ready to bring your leadership, commercial thinking and passion for hospitality to Sports & Rec Sylvia Park, we’d love to hear from you.
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