Ready to lead one of Melbourne’s most unique riverside venues? Yarra Botanica is looking for an experienced Venue Manager to take the helm of our two-level floating bar and eatery in the heart of Southbank.
With an all-local lineup of seasonal food and drinks, spectacular city views and a lively atmosphere, this is an opportunity to lead a standout venue and build on its strong foundations.
About the role You’ll take ownership of daily operations, lead a passionate team and drive commercial performance while keeping the guest experience at the centre of everything you do.
Deliver smooth, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment
Drive sales and profitability through strong financial management
Manage budgets, labour, stock and operating costs
Recruit, coach and develop your leadership and venue teams
Build a positive team culture and lead from the front
Maintain high standards of presentation, safety and compliance
Work with the wider teams on promotions, events and opportunities to grow the business
About you You’re an experienced Venue Manager or senior hospitality operator who brings energy, commercial awareness and a hands‑on approach. You know how to balance a busy service with the bigger picture, develop your people and bring the fun while keeping standards high.
You’ll also bring:
Experience managing a high-volume food and beverage venue
Confidence overseeing P&L; performance and delivering results
Strong communication and team leadership skills
A passion for creating memorable guest experiences