Assistant Venue Manager

The Waterfront Tavern; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ELG Australia is seeking an experienced Assistant Venue Manager for Waterfront Tavern in Perth. The role combines hands-on floor leadership with overseeing bar, restaurant and functions teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.

You will work alongside the Venue Manager, actively involved in service, daily operations and staff development while ensuring safety, stock control and smooth shift transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality supervisory/management.
• Strong service focus and guest-centric approach.
• Ability to lead a team in a busy venue.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Attention to stock and cash handling responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during service to ensure friendly, efficient and professional service.
• Support Venue Manager with daily operations across bar, restaurant and functions.
• Supervise staff, coordinate sections, manage breaks and shift transitions.
• Assist with staff training, coaching and maintaining service standards.
• Handle guest feedback, complaints and service issues.
• Ensure RSA, food safety and workplace safety requirements are followed.
• Oversee stock ordering, deliveries, rotation, storage and stocktakes.
• Oversee cash handling, daily reconciliations and operational reporting.
• Assist with opening, closing and daily operational checks.

Skills

Hospitality supervisory experience

Team leadership

Service orientation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Stock and cash handling

Evenings/weekends/public holidays work

Education

Current RSA

Approved Manager Card or eligibility

First Aid Certificate

Fire Warden Training

Job description

Assistant Venue Manager – Waterfront Tavern

ELG Australia | Hands-On Hospitality Leadership

ELG Australia is looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Venue Manager to join the team at Waterfront Tavern.

We are looking for someone who enjoys being on the floor, leading a team, delivering great service, and helping keep a busy venue running smoothly.

Working alongside the Venue Manager, you will be involved in the day-to-day operations of the venue, supporting our bar, restaurant and functions teams while ensuring our guests have a great experience.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong hospitality experience who enjoys leading by example and being actively involved in service.

• Leading the team during service and ensuring guests receive friendly, efficient and professional service.
• Supporting the Venue Manager with daily operations across bar, restaurant and functions.
• Supervising staff, coordinating sections, managing breaks and supporting shift transitions.
• Assisting with staff training, coaching and maintaining service standards.
• Handling guest feedback, complaints and service issues.
• Ensuring the venue is clean, well presented and ready for service.
• Managing stock ordering, deliveries, rotation, storage and stocktakes.
• Overseeing cash handling, daily reconciliations and operational reporting.
• Ensuring RSA, food safety and workplace safety requirements are followed.
• Assisting with opening, closing and daily operational checks.
• Supporting the Venue Manager and stepping into their role when required.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a hospitality supervisory or management role.
• A strong service focus and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Confidence leading a team in a busy environment.
• A hands-on approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities during service.
• Strong attention to detail and a responsible approach to stock and cash handling.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Current RSA.
• Approved Manager Card or eligibility to obtain one.
• First Aid Certificate and Fire Warden Training (can be provided in-house).

Why Join ELG Australia?

• ELG offers opportunities to grow your hospitality career across multiple venues.
• As part of our group, you will have opportunities to:
• Develop your skills and progress into Venue Manager positions.
• Gain experience working across different venues.
• Support other venues and step up into acting management roles.
• Build your career within a growing hospitality group.

If you're passionate about hospitality, enjoy leading from the floor, and want to be part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.