Venue Manager | Berserker Tavern, Rockhampton, Qld

Australian Venue; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE up to $149,000

Job summary

Berserker Tavern in Rockhampton is hiring a Venue Manager to lead daily operations of a busy hospitality venue. You will develop a high-performing management team and drive commercial results while delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role requires proven leadership, a strong track record in hospitality, and a hands-on approach to staffing and operations. Join a thriving local staple with growth opportunities and an emphasis on community ties.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of Venue Manager experience
• Demonstrated stability and tenure in hospitality leadership
• Strong commercial mindset to drive revenue and profitability
• Track record of building, developing and retaining great teams
• Leads from the front with clear communication and people leadership
• Thrives in a fast-paced, community-focused environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a high-volume hospitality venue
• Build, coach and develop a high-performing management team
• Drive a positive culture with focus on talent development and succession planning
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain high standards
• Manage labour, wages, stock, costs and profitability
• Grow community engagement and local relationships
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legislative requirements

Skills

Experience

People leadership

Commercial mindset

Team development

Communication

Community-focused

Job description

A true local favourite, Berserker Tavern combines a thriving family-friendly atmosphere with a vibrant sports and entertainment offering. Featuring a large beer garden with live music every weekend, a modern sports bar with TAB and big screens, plus a popular kids' playground and free Sunday entertainment, this is a high-energy venue that caters to the whole community.

We're looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead the team and continue building on the venue's strong local reputation. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality leader who enjoys running busy operations, developing people, driving commercial results and creating memorable guest experiences.

What you'll be doing

• Leading the day-to-day operations of a high-volume hospitality venue
• Building, coaching and developing a high-performing management and venue team
• Driving a positive team culture with a strong focus on talent development and succession planning
• Delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high operational standards
• Managing labour, wages, stock, costs and venue profitability
• Growing community engagement and building strong local relationships
• Ensuring compliance with all company policies and legislative requirements

We're looking for someone who

• Has at least 2 years' experience in a similar Venue Manager role
• Is a stable and proven hospitality leader with strong tenure
• Has a commercial mindset and understands how to drive revenue and profitability
• Has a track record of building, developing and retaining great teams
• Leads from the front with strong communication and people leadership skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, community-focused environment

What's on offer

• Competitive salary package of $90,000–$105,000 + super + KPI bonus (OTE up to $149,000)
• Ongoing leadership development and career progression
• The opportunity to lead one of Rockhampton's best-known community venues
• Support from one of Australia's leading hospitality groups

If you don't quite meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. We're always looking for talented hospitality leaders and may also consider you for Assistant Venue Manager or Duty Manager opportunities across our growing business.