About our client
Our client operates a fully licensed private function vessel on the Swan River in Perth, catering for up to 200 guests across corporate events, celebrations, cocktail functions, dinner and dancing events and school cruises.
The business has:
A strong repeat client base
An experienced casual team
Established operating procedures
A fully enclosed, temperature-controlled interior and external deck
A self-sufficient galley
Strong seasonal demand from October through summer
About the chance
We are seeking a
customer-centric Venue Manager
to take ownership of the day-to-day front-of-house operations of this established venue.
You will be responsible for
Planning and delivering charter events to a high service standard
Leading and rostering the casual front-of-house team
Managing suppliers, stock and purchasing
Overseeing venue administration and event preparation
Ensuring compliance with liquor licensing, food safety and maritime requirements
Leading the team during events and overseeing post-event reset
This is a hands-on, autonomous role working closely with the Functions Coordinator, Skipper and external maritime advisors.
Maritime experience is not required, with full operational documentation and specialist support provided.
About you
You will ideally have
Venue, function centre or hospitality operations experience
Hands-on event management experience




Experience leading and rostering casual teams
Supplier and stock management experience
Current RSA and WA Approved Manager's Licence, or willingness to obtain
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, or willingness to obtain
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends around the event schedule
A willingness to undertake hands-on work including setup, stock handling and post-event reset
You will be organised, customer-focused, calm under pressure and comfortable working independently.
What's on offer
Full-time, permanent position
Genuine autonomy across an established operation
Experienced and reliable casual team
Comprehensive handover and established SOPs
Strong supplier and operational systems already in place
Support from experienced crew and maritime advisors
Regular access to an engaged ownership group
Varied work in a unique Swan River setting
Forward visibility of the event schedule
Hours are structured around the event calendar, with a mix of weekday, evening and weekend work. Events finish by midnight, with days off generally taken mid-week.
Your application will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy: 11 Recruitment Privacy Policy.
This is a permanent, full-time role.
Applicants must have appropriate long-term working rights in Australia.
Sponsorship will not be provided.
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📌 Venue Operations Manager (Perth)
🏢 11 Recruitment
📍 Perth