Senior Venue Manager – Hospitality & Operations

Salina Cruz Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

KPI bonus up to $20k

Job summary

Mexicali Bar y Taqueria in Bulimba, Brisbane, is seeking a Venue Manager to lead the front‑of‑house and bar teams, work with kitchen leadership, and ensure an exceptional guest experience.

You’ll be on the floor during peak services, manage rostering and training, coordinate events, and uphold high standards of service and collaboration to drive profitability.

This full‑time role includes an annual bonus up to $20,000; evening and weekend availability is essential.

Qualifications

• At least three years of restaurant and bar experience with senior leadership.
• Experience leading service, rostering, coaching and cost management.
• Ability to integrate front‑of‑house, bar and kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service and staff development.
• Attention to detail, judgment and professional demeanor for busy services.
• Clear spoken and written English for guest communication and reporting.
• RSA qualification recognised in Queensland and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead the front‑of‑house and bar teams, coordinating during busy periods.
• Oversee rostering, training, and performance management within authority.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and Sous Chef to support kitchen operations.
• Manage events, bookings, and private functions to boost venue sales.
• Monitor sales and labour costs, cost menu items and control wastage.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and high hospitality standards.
• Develop team knowledge and ensure effective communication across teams.

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff coaching

Rostering

Budgeting / cost control

Guest service leadership

Education

RSA qualification (Queensland)

Tools

Lightspeed

OpenTable

Deputy

Outlook

Canva

Job description

Mexicali Bar y Taqueria in Bulimba, Brisbane, is seeking a Venue Manager to lead the front‑of‑house and bar teams, work with kitchen leadership, and ensure an exceptional guest experience.

You’ll be on the floor during peak services, manage rostering and training, coordinate events, and uphold high standards of service and collaboration to drive profitability.

This full‑time role includes an annual bonus up to $20,000; evening and weekend availability is essential.