Venue Manager - Live Entertainment & Bar Operations

Century; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group is seeking a Venue Manager to lead operations across its live venues and ensure smooth delivery of events. The role focuses on staff supervision, bar operations, and high standards of customer service in a licensed entertainment environment.

The successful candidate will manage venue activities, ensure compliance with liquor laws and OH&S, and coordinate with agents, promoters, artists and clients. Evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines and problem-solve quickly and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise staff and provide a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver event plans in line with Century Venues procedures (box office, bar, cash handling, hospitality, venue setups and turnarounds).
• Represent Century at events with agents, promoters, artists and clients.
• Recruit, train, grade and manage event staff including F&B, ushers, box office, back of house, technicians and security suppliers.
• Research and resource events in collaboration with Event Bookers and Senior Management.
• Maintain RSA, cash handling, stock control and ordering.
• Ensure a safe working environment by following safety policies and procedures.
• Update and manage compliance documentation.
• Provide end-of-event and incident reporting and financial reporting.

Skills

Staff leadership

Customer service

Deadline-driven

Microsoft Office

Bar operations

Liquor Licensing Laws

OH&S

Driver's licence (NSW)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Century Group is seeking a Venue Manager to lead operations across its live venues and ensure smooth delivery of events. The role focuses on staff supervision, bar operations, and high standards of customer service in a licensed entertainment environment.

The successful candidate will manage venue activities, ensure compliance with liquor laws and OH&S, and coordinate with agents, promoters, artists and clients. Evening and weekend work is required.