Role: Venue Manager – The Fitzroy Beer Garden
Location: Fitzroy, Melbourne
Type: Full-time
The Fitzroy Beer Garden is an iconic Melbourne institution. We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on, and commercially-minded Venue Manager to lead our team. This is a role for a "floor-first" manager—someone who excels in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to get their hands dirty while maintaining a bird’s-eye view of the business.
You will work in close partnership with the owners to ensure the venue remains a local favorite while hitting key financial benchmarks.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Lead from the front during peak service; manage the floor, bar, and security with confidence.
- Financial Management: Work closely with ownership to monitor and deliver a healthy P&L. You will be responsible for managing COGS, labor costs, and driving revenue growth.
- Sales Growth: Actively drive late-night trade and food sales through creative initiatives and exceptional service standards.
- Team Management: Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team that reflects the Fitzroy culture.
- Organisation & Admin: Maintain impeccable standards of venue organisation, from staff rostering and stock control to compliance and maintenance.
Who You Are
- Experienced: Proven track record in venue management within high-volume hospitality environments.
- A Problem Solver: You stay calm under pressure and find solutions before they become issues.
- Commercially Minded: You understand the "why" behind the numbers and are driven by delivering a profitable business.
- Hospitality to the Core: You have a genuine love for food and cocktail culture. You know what's trending and what the local Fitzroy community wants.
- Reliable & Structured: You are hyper-organised and pride yourself on your attention to detail.
What’s on Offer
- A competitive salary package.
- The opportunity to work directly with engaged owners who value your input.
- A chance to lead one of the most famous beer gardens in Melbourne.
To Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the right fit for The FBG to [email protected].
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person