Job Description

VELLUTO – DOWN TO EARTH DINING ELEVATED BY EVERY ELEMENT

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An iconic venue is re-imagined.

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Be part of the foundational leadership team that brings it to life.

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Velluto is opening in Beaumaris in late 2026 – offering a wood-fire focussed menu, refined,architecturally designed dining room and a considered beverage program.

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We are seeking a talented Venue Manager to build a team for longevity.

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The Brief

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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.

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Velluto's kitchen is shaped by fire – the grill will be central to our identity.

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The Role

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Velluto's Venue Manager will have the opportunity to build the opening team, the service identity and the beverage program.

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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.

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Initial responsibilities:

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- Recruit and develop the front of house team – including waiters, hosts and beverage professionals
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- Develop a strong sequence of service and daily operational and HR structures
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- Assist to advise and implement reservation, stocktake and point of sales systems
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- Assist to develop the opening P&L; in conjunction with the Owner and Head Chef
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Ongoing

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- Oversee the delivery of refined, contemporary service
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- Build a culture based on pride and guest first behaviour
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- Drive team performance in a hands-on manner
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- Develop and maintain standards throughout the business
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- 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
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- Manage stock control and support the development of a unique and relevant beverage program
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What we offer

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- Work for an owner who is driven to build a beautiful venue with longevity and quality at heart
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- Opportunity to build a team from the ground up
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- Competitive salary and genuine work/life balance across a four-day roster
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- Step into a brand new architecturally designed space with attention to detail for both guests and service teams at heart
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- Great staff meals, discounts across the venue and structured discounts on wholesale wine and produce
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ABOUT YOU:

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- Have a commitment to delivering unforgettable and sincere dining experiences
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- Have proven financial and commercial capability including P&L; management
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- Are highly organised and ambitious
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- Experience recruiting and developing strong and engaged teams
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- Are career-focusedand have a desire to learn and challenge the norm
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- Value excellent, intuitive andpersonalizedcustomer service and possess solid communication skills
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- Possess a high level of experience in elevated dining and beverage service, with a minimum WSET 3 + Diploma of Hospitality or equivalent
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- You have finesse and maturity and demonstrated experience as a manager ina premium dining environment
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📌 Venue Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Velluto
📍 Victoria