VELLUTO – DOWN TO EARTH DINING ELEVATED BY EVERY ELEMENT
An iconic venue is re-imagined.
Be part of the foundational leadership team that brings it to life.
Velluto is opening in Beaumaris in late **** – offering a wood-fire focussed menu, refined,architecturally designed dining room and a considered beverage program.
We are seeking a talented Venue Manager to build a team for longevity.
The Brief
Based around the principles of 'Refinement', 'Down to earth connection' and 'Bayside at heart' Velluto is a venue that will engage with its location and reflect deep consideration for produce, service and guest experience.
Velluto's kitchen is shaped by fire – the grill will be central to our identity.
The Role
Velluto's Venue Manager will have the opportunity to build the opening team, the service identity and the beverage program.
Nestled in a vibrant Beaumaris Velluto offers a great opportunity for strong local connection and lifestyle. This role will suit a dynamic leader who loves guests, appreciates design and has an eye for the detail that brings confidence to refined neighbourhood dining.
Initial responsibilities:
Recruit and develop the front of house team – including waiters, hosts and beverage professionals
Develop a strong sequence of service and daily operational and HR structures
Assist to advise and implement reservation, stocktake and point of sales systems
Assist to develop the opening P&L; in conjunction with the Owner and Head Chef
Ongoing
Oversee the delivery of refined, contemporary service
Build a culture based on pride and guest first behaviour




Drive team performance in a hands-on manner
Develop and maintain standards throughout the business
Provide weekly financial reporting and lead strategic change based on these metricsincluding but not limited to – Guest Satisfaction, visitation, spend per head targets and industry standards for team training and retention
Manage stock control and support the development of a unique and relevant beverage program
What we offer
Work for an owner who is driven to build a beautiful venue with longevity and quality at heart
Opportunity to build a team from the ground up
Competitive salary and genuine work/life balance across a four-day roster
Step into a brand current architecturally designed space with attention to detail for both guests and service teams at heart
Great staff meals, discounts across the venue and structured discounts on wholesale wine and produce
ABOUT YOU:
Have a commitment to delivering unforgettable and sincere dining experiences
Have proven financial and commercial capability including P&L; management
Are highly organised and ambitious
Experience recruiting and developing strong and engaged teams
Are career-focusedand have a desire to learn and challenge the norm
Value excellent, intuitive andpersonalizedcustomer service and possess strong communication skills
Possess a high level of experience in elevated dining and beverage service, with a minimum WSET 3 + Diploma of Hospitality or equivalent
You have finesse and maturity and demonstrated experience as a manager ina premium dining environment
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📌 Venue Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Velluto
📍 Melbourne