Lead One of Melbourne's Strong Community Hotels
The McKinnon Hotel is looking for an exceptional hospitality leader to take the reins of a high-volume venue with a strong local following, diverse revenue streams, and a committed team.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Supervisor or ambitious Assistant Venue Manager ready to step into a leadership role where they can genuinely influence culture, performance, and guest experience.
We're seeking someone who combines strong commercial acumen with outstanding people leadership and a genuine passion for hospitality.
About the Opportunity
You will have operational responsibility for the venue, leading a team across gaming and customer experience. You'll be empowered to make decisions, develop your team, and drive business growth while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere our guests know and love.
This role suits a leader who enjoys being present in the business, building high-performing teams, and creating memorable guest experiences while delivering strong commercial results.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Assistant the Gaming Manager
- Leading all aspects of venues daily operations
- Building, developing and sustaining (and developing) a positive, high-performance culture
- Driving revenue growth across all departments
- Managing labour, costs, and profitability targets
- Recruiting , coaching and mentoring department leaders and frontline teams
- Maintaining exceptional customer service standards
- Ensuring compliance across gaming, liquor licensing, workplace safety, and operational procedures
- Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, guest experience, and financial performance
- Working closely with ownership to execute strategic business objectives
About You
You are a proven hospitality leader with:
- Previous experience managing a pub, hotel, or large hospitality venue
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop and inspire teams
- Demonstrated success in achieving financial and operational targets
- Experience managing gaming, and customer service operations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail
- Sound knowledge of hospitality compliance requirements
- Current RSA certification and relevant gaming licences
- Tab experience is a must
- Keno understanding is a must
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Pay: $54,082.15 – $105,052.64 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
