Woods & Co Recruitmentis excited to be recruiting for an Assistant Venue Manager for a dynamic and multifaceted hospitality venue. This role is perfect for experienced leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional service across a large-scale operation that includes casual dining, bars, functions and events.
What's in it for you?
Salary between $90,000–$100,000 + super + generous KPI bonus
Full-time, permanent role with maximum 40 hours per week. No overtime given
Most evenings finishing around *****pm, with Friday trade until 1am
Two-week Christmas shutdown and annual salary review
1/2 weekends off every month
Prospect to lead a large, diverse team and optimise venue performance
Supportive environment focused on professional growth and development
What you'll do:
Oversee the day-to-day floor operations across dining, bar, functions and events. Acting as the senior leader on shift when the Operations Manager is not present
Manage service standards and ensure seamless operation across all areas of the venue
Collaborate with the Bar Manager, kitchen, and functions teams to deliver cohesive guest experiences
Lead and develop a large team, including recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management




Manage staffing rosters and labour requirements to suit trade demands
Set, monitor and drive team KPIs, providing coaching and accountability
Monitor wages, COGS and other operational metrics to meet financial targets
Work alongside the Operations Manager to improve efficiency, profitability, and overall venue performance
What we're looking for:
Proven experience managing a busy hospitality floor with operational ownership
Strong understanding of rostering, recruitment, training, P&L;, and KPI management
Commercially minded with a focus on service quality and guest experience
Hands‐on leadership style, comfortable leading from the floor and motivating a large team
Excellent communication, organisation, and team development skills
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce which values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community, and people with disability.
* You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted and meet the above requirements.
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📌 Assistant Venue Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Woods
📍 Melbourne