Venue Manager – Luxury Wine Bar, CBD

The Point; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Staff discounts

Staff referral program

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Wine Bar (The International) in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead high-volume floor operations and elevate service to match our award-winning wine program. You will work with the General Manager and the Sommelier team to deliver premium hospitality across indoor, counter, and outdoor spaces.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on building a strong team culture, optimizing labour and stock, coordinating large-scale events, and maintaining luxury standards for

Qualifications

• Composure under pressure during heavy corporate hours and fast-turnaround lunch trade.
• Financial acumen in labour cost control, stock variation and profitability.
• Clear communication with corporate executives, international tourists and wine pros.
• People management to drive efficiency while building a positive team culture.
• Wine and beverage knowledge to support a sommelier-led program.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-volume floor operations across indoor dining, counter seating and outdoor plaza.
• Maintain premium service standards matching a luxury Sydney CBD landmark.
• Collaborate with the Sommelier team to execute the wine program.
• Manage guest flow and VIP reservations with premium booking systems.
• Recruit, onboard and mentor front-of-house staff.
• Roster efficiently for fluctuating corporate crowds and large events.
• Coordinate large-scale food and wine events with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive a strong, positive team culture and staff retention.

Skills

Composure under pressure

Financial acumen

Communication

People management

Wine knowledge

Job description

The Wine Bar (The International) in Sydney CBD is seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead high-volume floor operations and elevate service to match our award-winning wine program. You will work with the General Manager and the Sommelier team to deliver premium hospitality across indoor, counter, and outdoor spaces.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on building a strong team culture, optimizing labour and stock, coordinating large-scale events, and maintaining luxury standards for