Functions & Events Manager | Salt Bar, Kingscliff Nsw

Foodandwine; Kingscliff; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Staff discounts

Iconic venue leadership

Job summary

Salt Bar in Kingscliff, NSW is seeking an experienced Functions & Events Operations Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of every event at this iconic beachside venue. The role blends planning, operations, and leadership to meet financial targets and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The successful candidate will oversee the customer journey from enquiry through post-event follow-up, manage a high-performing events team, control labour and stock costs, maintain venue presentation, and drive

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar functions and events role.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, labour and stock costs.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full functions and events process, from enquiry to post-event follow-up
• Lead, train and develop a high-performing events team
• Control labour and stock costs to meet financial targets
• Maintain venue presentation and operational standards
• Build strong relationships with clients to drive repeat business and referrals
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar and venue teams to ensure seamless event delivery
• Monitor event performance and identify opportunities for improvement

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Operations planning

Team training

Client relationships

Job description

Job Description

Salt Bar in Kingscliff, NSW is one of the region's most sought-after venues for functions and events. We're looking for an experienced Functions & Events Operations Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of every event held at this iconic beachside location.

This role combines planning, operations and leadership to ensure every event is delivered to the highest standard while achieving financial targets and exceptional guest experiences.

The successful candidate will oversee the entire customer journey - from initial enquiry through to post-event follow-up - while managing a high-performing events team, controlling labour and stock costs, maintaining venue presentation, and ensuring smooth operational delivery.

• Manage the full functions and events process, from enquiry to post-event follow-up
• Lead, train and develop a high-performing events team
• Control labour and stock costs to meet financial targets
• Maintain venue presentation and operational standards
• Build strong relationships with clients to drive repeat business and referrals
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar and venue teams to ensure seamless event delivery
• Monitor event performance and identify opportunities for improvement

About the Candidate

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar functions and events role
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage budgets, labour and stock costs
• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and event days as required

If you're ready to lead functions and events at one of Kingscliff's most iconic venues, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Environment

• Competitive salary package
• Career progression opportunities across Australian Venue Co. venues
• Staff discounts across food and beverage
• The chance to lead functions and events at one of Kingscliff's most iconic venues