Venue Manager, Premium F&B; Precinct, Sundays Off, to $120K+S

Our client is seeking a dynamic, commercially-minded Venue Manager to lead one of the Gold Coast's most exciting high-volume dining destinations.

We're looking for a hands‑on operator who thrives in a fast‑paced premium‑casual environment, combining strong financial acumen with the ability to drive energy, culture and exceptional guest experiences across the entire venue.

The venue is large, vibrant, design‑led and built around high‑energy service, strong culture and the guest experience. Part of a large hospitality group who pride themselves on contemporary spaces and product‑driven F&B.;

You'll take full ownership of the venue's operational and financial performance, leading a high-performing team while ensuring service standards, profitability and atmosphere are consistently delivered at a high level. Lots of support from other department heads and managers within the precinct.

What You'll Be Doing

- Managing labour costs, rostering and stock/wastage against budget
- Driving team culture, accountability, and performance daily
- Creating a seamless, engaging guest experience from open to close
- Overseeing service flow, bookings, waitlists, and day‑to‑day venue operations
- Coaching and developing the team through solid, visible leadership
- Working closely with the kitchen and bar to ensure smooth execution and cost efficiency
- Identifying and driving revenue opportunities through upselling,



guest engagement, and commercial initiatives
- Maintaining a polished, energetic venue atmosphere at all times
- Reporting on venue performance to senior leadership within the precinct

About You

You're a confident and commercially astute hospitality leader who brings energy, composure, and financial discipline to every shift.

You likely come from:

- Premium or premium‑casual restaurants
- High‑volume environments with elevated service standards
- Strong hospitality groups or highly regarded independent venues

You'll bring:

- Proven experience managing a venue's P&L;, budgets and cost control
- Proven experience leading large teams in fast‑paced service environments
- Strong operational and commercial management capability
- A guest‑first mindset with exceptional people skills
- Natural leadership and the ability to motivate teams under pressure
- Commercial awareness and a clear understanding of how service and cost control drive profitability
- High standards, positive energy, and a calm approach during busy periods
- Beverage and wine knowledge

Why This Role?

- Join a high‑profile, premium venue on the Gold Coast
- Work with a strong brand and ambitious leadership team
- Genuine opportunity for growth into senior operational leadership within this large precinct
- Chance to work a Tuesday to Saturday roster, with Sundays off
- Above market salary, plus tips

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📌 Venue Manager, Premium F&B Precinct, Sundays Off, to $120K+S (Queensland)
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