Venue Operations & Events Manager in Plant 4 Bowden Reception Center

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Venue Operations & Events Manager in Plant 4 Bowden Reception Center

5-7 Third Street, Bowden, Adelaide SA 5007

Management (Hospitality & Tourism)

Full Time Salary: AUD $79,499 per annum + superannuation

About Plant 4 Bowden

Plant 4 Bowden is a unique Reception Center, hospitality and community destination in Adelaide, bringing together independent food and beverage operators, private functions, public events and community experiences within a vibrant multi-purpose venue. Located in the heart of Bowden, Plant 4 combines daily hospitality operations with a diverse range of events and customer experiences throughout the year. As our venue continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Venue Operations & Events Manager to coordinate key venue operations, events and customer experiences across Plant 4.

About the Role

Reporting to the Venue Manager and Senior Management, the Venue Operations & Events Manager plays a key role in coordinating daily venue operations, reservations, private functions and public events. Working closely with management, front-of-house, kitchen and bar teams, event organisers, customers, vendors, suppliers and contractors, you will ensure the venue operates efficiently and that events and daily services are delivered to a high standard. This is a hands-on operational leadership role suited to an organised and adaptable hospitality professional who is confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced venue environment.

Key Responsibilities

Venue Operations & Reservations

- Coordinate daily reception and front-of-house operations, including customer arrivals, venue flow and seating allocations.
- Manage reservations and booking systems, including large group bookings and special seating requirements.




- Coordinate daily operational priorities and allocate tasks to front-of-house staff.
- Monitor venue readiness, customer flow and operational standards during daily service and events.
- Respond to operational issues in real time and make appropriate decisions within delegated authority.

Events & Functions

- Coordinate private functions from planning through to event delivery.
- Liaise with clients, event organisers, vendors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure event requirements are communicated and delivered accurately.
- Coordinate venue layouts, operational floor plans and event logistics.
- Work closely with kitchen, bar and service teams to coordinate food and beverage service.
- Coordinate meal service requirements, including quantities, dietary requirements and distribution according to event plans.
- Resolve operational issues throughout event delivery.
- Supervise and support reception and front-of-house teams during daily operations and events.
- Coordinate staffing requirements and operational duties.
- Support staff onboarding, training and performance development.
- Maintain effective communication between departments during service and events.
- Maintain high customer service standards and respond professionally to customer enquiries, feedback and complaints.
- Build positive relationships with event clients, venue guests and key stakeholders.

Operational Coordination

- Monitor beverage stock levels and coordinate requirements for bar consumables, cleaning supplies,



glassware and operational equipment.
- Support the coordination of stock deliveries, supplier requirements and vendor participation during public events.
- Maintain accurate booking records and event documentation.
- Support the development and maintenance of reception and event procedures.
- Assist with workplace health and safety practices and report hazards or incidents as required.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, customer service and event delivery.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

- A minimum of one year of full-time experience.
- Previous experience in hospitality management, venue operations, event coordination or a related operational role.
- Experience coordinating customer-facing operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate different teams and stakeholders.
- Solid problem-solving skills and confidence making operational decisions.
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to customer service.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.
- Experience in a multi-purpose hospitality venue or event environment.
- Experience with reservation, booking or point-of-sale systems.
- Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA).

Why Join Plant 4 Bowden?

Work in one of Adelaide's most distinctive hospitality and community venues. Take on a varied role across venue operations, events and customer experience. Work alongside a diverse range of hospitality teams, vendors and event stakeholders. Join a dynamic and collaborative working environment. Contribute to the ongoing improvement and growth of Plant 4 Bowden.

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📌 Venue Operations & Events Manager in Plant 4 Bowden Reception Center (Adelaide)
🏢 Ceres Market Shedtrading as Plant 4 Bowden
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