Venue Manager

GPRWA Unit Trust; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Support from experienced hospitality,

Job summary

The Mayflower venue in Bull Creek, operated by GPRWA Unit Trust, is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead from day one. You will own the performance of The Mayflower, guiding service, food, beverage and guest experience with hands-on leadership.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in high-volume hospitality, strong leadership, recruitment skills and a keen commercial sense. Join a group that supports growth, culture, and exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a high-volume hospitality venue.
• Ability to recruit, train and retain a strong team.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train and develop a strong team.
• Create a positive, accountable and high-performing workplace culture.
• Oversee daily venue operations across all service periods.
• Maintain excellent standards of service and presentation.
• Manage rosters, wage costs, stock control and key operating costs.
• Drive revenue while protecting the guest experience.
• Ensure RSA compliance, workplace safety and venue procedures.
• Build relationships with regulars and the local community.
• Work closely with senior management.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Recruitment

Communication

Organisational skills

Compliance

Job description

Venue Manager | The Mayflower, Bull Creek

The Mayflower is an exciting new hospitality venue coming to Bull Creek, and we’re looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead it from day one.

This is a rare opportunity to help build the team and culture, shape the venue’s operating standards and take genuine ownership as The Mayflower establishes itself within the local community.

The Role

As Venue Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of The Mayflower, leading the team and ensuring the venue delivers consistently across service, food, beverage and guest experience.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Recruiting, training and developing a strong team
• Creating a positive, accountable and high-performing workplace culture
• Overseeing daily venue operations across all service periods
• Maintaining excellent standards of service and presentation
• Managing rosters, wage costs, stock control and key operating costs
• Driving revenue while protecting the guest experience
• Ensuring compliance with RSA, workplace safety and venue procedures
• Building relationships with regulars and the wider Bull Creek community
• Working closely with the group’s senior management team

About You

We’re looking for someone who is confident, hands-on and genuinely enjoys being present on the floor.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience managing a high-volume hospitality venue
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• A proven ability to recruit, train and retain a great team
• Sound commercial understanding, including wages, COGS and venue profitability
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A calm and practical approach when working under pressure
• A strong understanding of compliance and responsible service
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

Most importantly, you will lead from the front, set clear expectations and take pride in building a venue that both guests and staff want to return to.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead a completely new venue
• Genuine input into the team, culture and operating standards
• Support from an experienced hospitality group
• A competitive salary package based on experience
• Opportunities for future growth and development
• A workplace that values strong leadership, accountability and great hospitality

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a venue manager?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?