Job Description

Wax Wineroom is a neighbourhood wine bar/listening room built around thoughtful wine, great music, and exceptional food. Our offering centres on a curated wine list, naturally fermented sourdough pizzas, seasonal share plates, and a carefully curated vinyl soundtrack.

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We're looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead our front-of-house team and oversee the day-to-day operations of the venue. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new business from the ground up, helping establish the culture, systems, and guest experience that will define Wax Wineroom.

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You'll work closely with ownership, the Head Chef, and the broader management team to ensure every guest leaves wanting to come back.

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What You'll Be Doing

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Lead the day-to-day operation of the venue, ensuring smooth and efficient service.

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Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing front-of-house team.

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Create a positive workplace culture built on professionalism, teamwork, and genuine hospitality.

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Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure every guest enjoys a memorable experience.

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Oversee rostering, labour costs, and daily operational performance.

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Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships for beverages and front-of-house consumables.

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Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and front of house.

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Maintain high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and venue maintenance.

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Ensure compliance with liquor licensing, food safety, workplace health and safety, and company policies.

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Analyse sales and operational performance to identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency.

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Assist in planning and delivering events,



wine tastings, and special activations.

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About You

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Previous experience managing a busy restaurant, wine bar, or premium hospitality venue.

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A genuine passion for wine, food, and delivering exceptional hospitality.

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Completed WSET Level 2 Award in Wines (or higher) is preferred.

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A natural leader who can motivate, mentor, and develop a team.

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Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to thrive under pressure.

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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Commercially minded with experience managing labour costs, stock control, and venue performance.

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A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the floor.

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What We Offer

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The opportunity to lead an exciting new venue from day one.

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A supportive ownership group that values ideas, initiative, and career development.

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Genuine autonomy to build your team and help shape the guest experience.

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Competitive salary based on experience.

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Be apart of a growing group with the opportunity to grow internally within the group.

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Staff discounts and opportunities to grow within a progressive hospitality group.

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Unlock job insights

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Your application will include the following questions:

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- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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- What's your expected annual base salary?
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- How many years' experience do you have as a venue manager?
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- Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control?
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- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S;/WHS?
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- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the styles and properties of wine?
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📌 Venue Manager (North Geelong)
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