Venue Manager in Guildford

The Duke Bar & Bistro is looking for an experienced Venue Manager to take the lead at our much-loved local venue. We take pride in providing quality service, a great cold beer and generous pub food, all delivered with hospitality that feels genuine and relaxed.

As the Venue Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to‑day running of a busy venue. We’re looking for someone with proven experience in large‑capacity operations, steady team leadership, and the ability to build strong relationships within the local community.

We’re after a leader who can set the tone for the venue, drive culture and guide people with confidence. Someone with presence – and the ability to inspire both their team and our patrons.

What’s on Offer:

• Generous Salary $100,000 – $105,000 + Super
• Quarterly KPI Bonus – $44,000 P/A
• Opportunity to join Australia’s fastest‑growing hospitality business with opportunities on an international scale.
• Autonomous role with boundless central and on‑the‑ground support.
• Mobility opportunities: 200+ venues and growing.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 2+ years of Venue Management experience
• Experience working in a fast‑paced food & beverage‑focused venue
• Experience within the hospitality industry, food, and product knowledge
• Experience in a high‑turnover customer service environment
• Demonstrated experience in business development and strategic hospitality management
• Demonstrated team and leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn and change
• Have a market awareness and trend analysis relevant to food and beverage in the area & industry
• Be able to implement and execute promotions throughout the business successfully
• State‑based qualifications RSA & Approved Managers Licence

We value the diversity of our employees’ experiences, talents, and cultures. Our talent strategy includes embracing diversity and fostering inclusion. Our capacity to unlock potential and improve our success depends on our ability to build a diverse, inclusive workforce.

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Perks and benefits: Staff perks & discounts, career development & progression, work for a renowned Australian hospitality company, mobility opportunities, employee assistance program, accredited training opportunities.