Venue Manager - The Junction
Venue Manager – The Junction (Wellington CBD)
The Junction is a brand-new pub-style venue opening in Wellington CBD, beer-led, high energy, and built for great service, sport, live music and community.
We’re looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead the opening, build the team culture, and run day-to-day operations to a high standard.
About the role
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for all FOH operations. You’ll lead from the front during service while staying on top of the admin that drives performance behind the scenes.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading daily venue operations and service standards
- Hiring, training, rostering and developing the team
- Managing wage cost, staffing levels and service efficiency
- Stock control, ordering and supplier relationships
- Driving guest experience, sales and repeat business
- Ensuring compliance, licensing, H&S and venue presentation
What we’re looking for
To be considered you must have:
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Venue Manager (or equivalent)
- Experience managing a venue of similar size and volume
- Strong leadership skills and ability to build a positive team culture
- Confident understanding of wage control, ordering and stock management
- Ability to stay calm and organised in high-volume service
- High standards, strong communication and great attention to detail
What you’ll get
- Opportunity to lead an exciting new venue opening
- Support from an experienced operations team
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group
- Competitive salary package (based on experience)
If this sounds like you, apply today!
Only applicants with a right to work in New Zealand will be considered.