Big energy. Great food. A buzzing Chapel Street dining room. And a team that needs a strong leader at the helm.
Suzie Q is looking for its next Venue Manager.
Part of MAMAS Dining Group, Suzie Q brings together bold flavours, cocktails, music and the kind of lively hospitality that keeps people coming back. Now, we're looking for an experienced hospitality leader who can take ownership of the venue, build a great team and keep pushing the operation forward. Leading from the front, setting the standard for service and creating an environment where both our guests and our crew want to be.
THE ROLE
As Venue Manager, you'll take ownership of the overall performance of Suzie Q, balancing exceptional hospitality with strong commercial and operational management.
You'll lead the management team, develop your crew and work closely with the wider MAMAS leadership team to make sure Suzie Q continues to perform at its best.
You'll be responsible for:
Leading the day to day operation of the venue and setting the pace on the floor
Building a robust, engaged and accountable management and FOH team
Coaching and developing your leaders rather than simply managing around them
Driving consistently high service standards and an exceptional guest experience
Taking ownership of venue performance, including labour, COGS, revenue and other key commercial targets
Planning effective rosters that balance the needs of the business with the needs of the team
Driving bookings, functions, events and other opportunities to grow venue revenue
Working closely with the kitchen leadership team to create a genuinely connected FOH and BOH operation
Managing guest feedback and service recovery confidently and professionally
Maintaining strong standards across presentation, compliance, RSA, safety and venue operations
Identifying what's working, what isn't and where we can do things better
Creating a culture where people know what's expected of them,



feel supported and are proud of the venue they work in
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for someone who knows how to run a great restaurant, and lead the people inside it.
You'll ideally have:
Previous Venue Manager, Restaurant Manager or senior hospitality management experience in a busy, high-volume environment - Approx. 2 years.
A strong understanding of restaurant operations and commercial performance
Confidence managing labour, COGS, budgets and venue KPIs
A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
Strong people leadership skills, with experience coaching and developing managers and team members
The ability to set clear expectations and hold people accountable while still building a positive culture
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Confidence making decisions and solving problems in a fast-moving environment
Energy, resilience and personality
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who cares about their venue.
Someone who notices the details. Who knows their team. Who understands their numbers. Who wants the restaurant to be better next month than it was this month.
WHY MAMAS?
MAMAS Dining Group is behind some of Melbourne's most recognisable hospitality venues, including Hochi Mama, Straight Outta Saigon, Kiss & Tell, Windsor Wine Room, DISUKO, Spaghetti Club and Suzie Q.
We're continuing to grow, which means we're looking for leaders who want to grow with us.
You'll have:
Performance incentives and rewards
Support from an experienced Area Manager and wider head office team
Real opportunities for career progression across a growing hospitality group
The chance to develop your leadership and commercial capability
A group that believes great venues start with great people
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
What's your expected annual base salary?
How many years' experience do you have as a venue manager?
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📌 Venue Manager - Suzie Q (Melbourne)
🏢 Mamas Dining Group
📍 Melbourne