Venue Op's Manager – Lake Macquarie Tavern
Step up into a senior leadership role with one of Lake Mac's favourite pubs.
We're looking for a confident, hands-on hospitality professional ready to take the next step in their career.
Lake Macquarie Tavern is part of the Don Hodge Group – a family-owned hospitality group with venues across Newcastle, Sydney and Forbes, including The Belmont Hotel and Warners at the Bay in the Lake Macquarie area.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager, Duty Manager or Operations-focused Pub Manager who's ready to step up.
You'll have the support of an Area Manager and a strong head office team.
About the Venue
Lake Macquarie Tavern is a busy suburban pub with a loyal local crowd.
The site includes:
A large bistro with family-friendly focus
TAB and Gaming
Sports bar with a strong local following
Drive-through bottleshop
We've got big plans for the venue and are looking for a manager who can assist in leading the team through its next stage of growth.
What You'll Do
Lead day-to-day venue operations across bar, bistro, gaming and bottleshop




Manage and mentor a team of department managers and supervisors
Drive sales performance, profitability and compliance
Champion great service and a positive workplace culture
Oversee rostering, training, and venue presentation
Work closely with head office on marketing, events and community partnerships
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a 2IC, Assistant Manager, or senior Duty Manager in a pub or large hospitality venue
Strong leadership and communication skills
Understanding of financial performance and compliance requirements
A people-first attitude – you lead from the front and support your team
RSA, RCG and TAB compliance certificates (required)
A passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences
What's on Offer
Market-competitive salary package based on experience
Weekly food & beverage allowance
Ongoing mentoring and development within Don Hodge Group
Supportive leadership structure and strong group resources
The opportunity to make an impact and grow your career within a multi-venue group
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📌 Venue Operations Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Don Hodge Group
📍 New South Wales