Venue Manager

Keppel Bay Sailing Club; Yeppoon; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Keppel Bay Sailing Club on Yeppoon's waterfront invites an experienced Clubhouse Venue Manager to lead our hospitality team across a bistro, bars, and events spaces.

You'll drive guest experiences, manage rosters, cost control, and ensure compliance while shaping the future of this iconic Capricorn Coast venue.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management experience in hospitality operations.
• Experience running rosters, budgets and staff training.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of liquor licensing, WHS and club policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing hospitality team.
• Oversee daily venue operations across food, beverage and functions.
• Manage staffing, rosters, performance and training.
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing, gaming, WHS and club policies.
• Drive venue sales, budgets and operational performance.
• Manage stock control, stocktakes and cost management.
• Coordinate functions and special events.
• Build relationships with members, guests and stakeholders.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and professional environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Operations management

Budgeting

Education

RMLV

RSA

RSG

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Blue Card

Current Police Check

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Job description

Are you a hands-on hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced venue environment? Do you love leading teams, creating memorable guest experiences, and driving venue success?

Imagine managing one of Queensland's most unique waterfront hospitality destinations, where stunning ocean views, spectacular sunsets and a vibrant community atmosphere are all part of the workday. As our Clubhouse Venue Manager, you'll take the lead across our diverse hospitality offering, including:

Bistro

Bars

Functions and events spaces

No two days are the same at Keppel Bay Sailing Club. From relaxed waterfront dining and busy weekend trade to weddings, celebrations, corporate events and community gatherings, you'll be at the heart of creating memorable experiences for our members and guests.

You'll lead a passionate and supportive team that includes Duty Managers, a dedicated Functions Coordinator, experienced front-of-house staff and talented kitchen professionals who genuinely love what they do.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being part of the action. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, drive operational success, develop your team and bring fresh ideas to one of the Capricorn Coast's most iconic hospitality venues. Whether you're supporting a major event, coaching your team, engaging with members or ensuring smooth daily operations, you'll play a key role in shaping the guest experience and the future success of the Club.

If you're looking to step away from the late-night gaming venue environment and into a role that combines hospitality leadership, lifestyle and career growth, this could be exactly what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing hospitality team
• Oversee and assist with daily venue operations across food, beverage and functions
• Manage staffing, rosters, performance and training
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing, gaming, WHS and club policies
• Drive venue sales, budgets and operational performance
• Manage stock control, stocktakes and cost management
• Coordinate functions and special events
• Build strong relationships with members, guests and stakeholders
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and professional environment for guests and team members

About You

You'll be a natural leader who enjoys being on the floor, supporting your team and engaging with customers. You will bring:

• Previous experience in venue, operations or hospitality management
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience managing rosters, labour costs and venue performance
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• A hands‑on and positive approach to leadership
• Sound understanding of compliance, liquor licensing and WHS requirements

Qualifications & Licenses

• RMLV
• RSA
• RSG
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Blue Card
• Current Police Check
• First Aid Certificate

Why Join Keppel Bay Sailing Club?

Located on the stunning Yeppoon waterfront, Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s The Clubhouse offers a unique opportunity to build your hospitality career in an environment where others come to relax, celebrate and enjoy the view.

You’ll join a club with a strong community focus, a loyal membership base, a diverse hospitality offering and an exciting calendar of events. We value our people, support professional growth and provide an opportunity to make a genuine impact while enjoying an enviable coastal lifestyle.