Our client is an established Australian premium spirits business seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead one of its vibrant venues on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The venue is a destination for locals and visitors to enjoy premium spirits, exceptional cocktails, great food, music and an energetic weekly programming calendar.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of the venue’s day-to-day operations, from opening and service through to closing. You’ll lead the team, manage rosters and labour costs, oversee the P&L;, deliver the drinks and food offering, and bring the venue’s events and programming to life.

With a strong brand behind it, this is a hands-on, high-ownership role suited to an experienced hospitality leader who is commercially minded, highly organised and passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences while driving the venue’s continued commercial success.

Role Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day venue operations and P&L;
Recruit, lead and develop the team
Manage rosters, labour costs and compliance
Oversee suppliers and venue standards
Deliver exceptional food, drinks and guest experiences
Drive revenue through events, activations and programming




Champion the premium spirits portfolio
Work closely with marketing and senior leadership
Track performance and provide regular reporting

Ideal Experience
Proven venue, bar or restaurant management experience
Strong commercial and financial understanding
Excellent rostering and labour management skills
Experience delivering events and revenue-driving activations
Solid leadership, communication and organisational skills
RSA certification is mandatory
Craft spirits or drinks experience advantageous
Passion for hospitality and exceptional guest experiences

What’s in it for you?

This is an opportunity to join an established and growing venue within a respected Australian premium spirits business.

You’ll work closely with senior leadership and the broader business, with the autonomy to lead the venue team, build a solid culture and develop programming that drives both guest engagement and commercial performance.

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package, performance bonus, staff product benefits and the chance to represent a well regarded Australian premium spirits brand.
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📌 Venue Manager Northern Beaches Sydney
🏢 Brightside Executive Search
📍 Sydney