Venue Manager | The Terrace | Darling GroupLead a Landmark Venue in One of Melbourne's Most Iconic SettingsDarling Group is seeking a proven, hands-on Venue Manager to lead operations at The Terrace, a revitalised Melbourne icon set within the breathtaking surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens.This is more than a management role.
It's an chance to take ownership of a high-profile, multi-faceted venue that blends café culture, lakeside hospitality and premium events within one of Australia's most celebrated public precincts.About The TerraceA conservatory overlooking an ornamental lake.Equal parts romance, Australiana, cool botanica and modern grandeur.The Terrace operates across:An all-day caféLakeside food & beverage serviceTakeaway kioskPop-up experiencesPremium private events and weddingsIt is a destination venue where casual dining meets world-class event execution.About the RoleAs Venue Manager, you will have full operational ownership of the venue, leading from the front and setting the standard for service, culture and commercial performance.You will be responsible for:End-to-end venue operationsLeading, mentoring and developing a large FOH teamDriving revenue, COGS and labour performanceEnsuring exceptional guest experiences across daily trade and eventsManaging compliance,



licensing and operational standardsWorking collaboratively with central leadership and support teamsOversight over event execution alongside café operationsThis role requires strong commercial acumen balanced with genuine hospitality leadership.What We're Looking ForPrevious experience in a senior café or restaurant management roleDemonstrated ability to lead high-performing teamsProven track record achieving revenue and labour targetsStrong financial literacy and operational disciplineExceptional service standards and attention to detailAbility to manage high-volume service and large eventsConfident communicator with strong presence on the floorExperience in functions and events highly regardedAvailability to work a rotating roster including weekends, evenings and public holidaysYou are calm under pressure, commercially sharp, and genuinely passionate about hospitality.What We OfferCompetitive remuneration packageStructured leadership development pathwaysCompany-wide career progression opportunitiesA respectful, high-performance cultureThe opportunity to lead one of Melbourne's most unique venuesAbout Darling GroupDarling Group is a Melbourne-based hospitality company that develops, owns and operates some of Australia's most recognised venues including:Higher GroundTop PaddockThe Kettle BlackDarling CafeBambu Asian Eating HouseStringers SorrentoToken Restaurant & BarDundas & FaussettCheriThe ObservatoryOur philosophy is centred on service, design, innovation and experience, creating world-class hospitality brands that shape Melbourne's dining landscape.Apply NowIf you are a driven hospitality leader ready to take ownership of a landmark venue and elevate it to the next level, we want to hear from you.Join us at The Terrace and be part of something truly exceptional.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Venue Manager - Lead Landmark Lakeside Venue & Events (Melbourne)
🏢 Darling Group
📍 Melbourne