Venue General Manager

Kingpin Bowling; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingpin Bondi, Sydney's premier entertainment venue opening November 2026, seeks a capable Venue General Manager to lead pre-opening planning, recruitment and launch, then drive ongoing operations, culture, guest experience and commercial outcomes.

We're seeking an exceptional leader with a strong hospitality background, commercial acumen and a passion for developing high-performing teams to inspire a large leadership group and deliver memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large hospitality venues.
• Strong commercial acumen and guest-focused mindset.
• Experience building and guiding senior leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of venue operations and guest experiences.
• Recruit, coach and develop a high-performing leadership team.
• Drive F&B, events and entertainment to deliver strong commercial results.
• Oversee financial planning, forecasting and cost management.
• Establish a sales-through-service culture while prioritising guests.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality operations

Team leadership

Forecasting

Job description

Welcome to Kingpin Bondi, opening November 2026 and set to become Sydney's newest entertainment destination. Featuring vibrant bars, elevated food and beverage experiences, immersive gaming, epic attractions and unforgettable social experiences, this brand-new venue will bring people together to eat, drink, play and celebrate in the heart of Bondi.

Proudly part of The Entertainment and Education Group (TEEG), home to Kingpin, Timezone and Zone Bowling, we're building a passionate team ready to create remarkable experiences from day one.

Lead the Launch of Kingpin Bondi

This is more than a Venue General Manager role. It's an opportunity to lead the opening of one of the most exciting entertainment destinations in Australia.

As our Venue General Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing this landmark venue to life. From pre-opening planning and team recruitment through to launch and ongoing operations, you'll shape the culture, guest experience and commercial success of a venue built to set a new benchmark for social entertainment.

We're looking for an exceptional leader with a strong hospitality background, proven commercial acumen and a passion for developing high-performing teams. You'll inspire a large leadership team, create memorable guest experiences and drive outstanding results across food and beverage, attractions, events and entertainment.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Leading all aspects of venue operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong commercial outcomes
• Building, coaching and developing a high-performing leadership team and venue culture
• Driving food and beverage excellence across multiple bars, dining and event offerings
• Delivering financial performance through effective planning, forecasting and cost management
• Creating a sales-through-service culture that maximises revenue while putting guests first
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, presentation and operational excellence

What You'll Bring

• Proven success leading large, complex hospitality, entertainment or leisure venues
• Strong food and beverage leadership experience with a track record of commercial results
• Experience managing large teams through senior leaders and department heads
• Exceptional coaching, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A hands-on leadership style and passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences
• The energy and ambition to lead a flagship venue opening from the ground up

Why Kingpin Bondi?

This is a rare opportunity to join a venue before the doors open and leave your mark on something truly special. You'll lead a passionate team, work with industry-leading concepts and help launch a venue that will become one of Sydney's premier destinations for eating, drinking, celebrating and socialising.

Ready to lead the next chapter of entertainment in Bondi? We'd love to hear from you.