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 productive 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 professional 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 prospect 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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📌 Venue Manager (North Geelong)
🏢 Wax Wineroom
📍 North Geelong