Bellevue Receptions is looking for an experienced Events & Venue Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our premium events venue in Geelong West.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can take an event from the initial enquiry through to flawless execution, while ensuring the venue, team and guest experience are always maintained to an exceptional standard.

Key responsibilities

- Manage weddings, corporate functions, school formals, private celebrations and in-house events from planning through to completion
- Conduct venue tours, client meetings and event consultations
- Prepare event proposals, quotations, packages, contracts and detailed run sheets
- Coordinate catering, beverages, entertainment, décor, AV, security and external suppliers
- Manage event timelines, floor plans, guest requirements and special requests
- Lead, roster, train and supervise front-of-house, bar and event staff
- Oversee event setup, service delivery, pack-down and post-event reviews
- Maintain strong communication with clients before, during and after their event
- Support venue sales, enquiry conversion and relationship-building with corporate and community partners
- Monitor event budgets, staffing costs, supplier expenses and operational performance
- Ensure compliance with RSA, food safety, workplace health and safety, licensing and venue procedures
- Oversee the presentation, cleanliness and ongoing maintenance of the venue
- Coordinate routine inspections,



preventative maintenance and urgent repairs
- Liaise with cleaners, tradespeople, contractors and equipment suppliers
- Ensure furniture, lighting, AV equipment, kitchen facilities, bathrooms and public areas remain event-ready
- Identify operational issues early and implement practical solutions

About you

- Minimum five years of experience in event management, venue management, hospitality operations or a similar leadership role
- Proven experience managing large-scale events and multiple stakeholders
- Strong sales, negotiation and client relationship skills
- Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail
- Confident leading teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Strong understanding of venue operations, maintenance and safety requirements
- Comfortable managing budgets, staffing, suppliers and event logistics
- Professional, calm and solutions-focused when handling last-minute changes
- Available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required
- Current RSA certification; relevant hospitality, events or management qualifications will be highly regarded

What we offer

An chance to take ownership of a growing events venue, work across a diverse calendar of functions and play a major role in shaping the Bellevue Receptions guest experience.

Location

Bellevue Receptions, Geelong West

Employment type

Full-time

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📌 Events & Venue Manager (Geelong)
🏢 Bellevue Receptions
📍 Geelong