Assistant Venue Manager — Dynamic Bistro & Lounge

Penelope; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Penelope on James Street is seeking an Assistant Venue Manager to lead daily operations of a vibrant venue that blends restaurant, lounge and bar experiences. The role requires hands-on leadership, overseeing service across dining, drinks and entertainment late into the night.

The ideal candidate brings strong customer-service skills, a proactive attitude and a track record of managing teams with attention to detail. Availability for late nights and weekends for long-term commitment is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a bar/restaurant setting.
• Strong understanding of dining, beverage, music and service integration.
• Hands-on management style with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house and bar operations.
• Oversee budgeting, rostering and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with OLGR and industry regulations.
• Motivate and train team to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Venue management

Leadership

Customer service

Teamwork

Budgeting

rostering

Stock control

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Job description

A classic bistro at heart with a touch of European supper club; Penelope is part restaurant, part lounge & part bar. Located on James Street, his is a place where you can begin the night with a romantic dinner and end it dancing on a table at 1am. A love child between a Soho hotel lounge, an NYC speakeasy and an LA Supperclub where the focus is never solely on the food or the drinks or the entertainment; rather, a perfect balance between all three.

About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and focused Assistant Venue Manager.

The Applicant Must Be:

Previous management experience, as well as hands on bar and restaurant service experience

Key understanding of dining fusing food, beverage, music and service

Hands on management style

The ability to work as a team player

Exceptional customer service, leadership and motivational skills

Availability to work late nights and weekends

Administrative skills including budgeting, rostering and stock control

Good knowledge of OLGR and industry regulations

Personal qualities that will also be advantageous in your application are:-

Good work ethics

A 'can do' proactive attitude

Well groomed

Personality plus

High attention to detail

Ability to multi-task at a fast and efficient pace

Team player attitude with a positive and motivated personality

The position is in a full time salaried capacity only and we are looking to fill this role in a long-term capacity.

Please Note: We will only respond to applications that meet the above criteria.

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