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Venue General Manager


Company : Kingpin


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Venue General Manager role at Kingpin1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Venue General Manager role at KingpinDirect message the job poster from KingpinTalent Acquisition Manager at TEEG | Filling up our Funsquad with exceptional people | Kingpin, Timezone, Zone BowlingESCAPE ORDINARY | KINGPIN MELBOURNEGet to know usWelcome to Kingpin, where hospitality and entertainment collide. You might think you know us, but we''re about to redefine fun in Melbourne. Opening late 2025, our new Kingpin venue is set to be the ultimate showstopper, your new local and quite frankly, a bit of a show-off. Spanning a massive 3700m, this space will feature:A next level bar and grillwith serious main character energy2 bars, 16 taps, endless vibes craft and classic beers, cocktails and premium poursEvery sport live ensuring guests never miss a match-game momentEvent spacesdesigned for trivia nights, comedy shows, and moreA sporting arenapacked with activities like indoor lawn bowls, batting cages, and dartsUniquely designed Arcade exclusive games, interactive experiences and classic favouritesWe know, we know we can''t wait either!Essence of the position:We have begun the search for our Venue General Manager. In this role you will oversee the entire multi-faceted venue, ensuring operational excellence & a service focused culture. Some of your key areas of responsibility will be:Inspire, challenge, and coach a team of six Heads of Department to deliver exceptional hospitality, driving continuous improvement across their departments and the entire venueProactively lead operations across a dynamic, multi-faceted venue, keeping every zone aligned to the overall strategic goals of the venueEnsure all internal and external regulatory compliance requirements are metPromote a positive work environment, aligned with values, where team feel motivated and empoweredForecast revenue and expenses to ensure financial targets are achieved & effectively communicated to relevant stakeholdersFoster a sales through service focused culture to drive revenue growth, looking for new opportunities with entertainment offeringsKey Attributes & Capabilities:Putting people neatly into boxes, isnt really our style, but there are a few key factors that will be really important when it comes to selecting the right candidate for this position:3-5 years exp. Venue/General Management experience from a large multi-faceted hospitality venue, with a strong F&B focusProven ability in managing large teams of 70+ hospitality crew by utilising effective delegation through department heads to influence multiple departmentsSound financial management skills, able to expertly analyse a P&L report and maintain costs in a hospitality settingAble to maintain the careful balance of being an excellent delegator while also being a hands-on leader that is not afraid to dive in headfirst!An ability to engage, understand & build relationships with the community and local businessesA truly passionate hospitality professional that is highly attuned to the needs of guests and has a desire to create remarkable experiences for everyone, turning strangers into friends!Ready to Escape Ordinary? Join our team and experience:Authentic Culture & Values that live beyond posters on the wallAccess to a range of programs & initiatives designed to support your wellbeingOpen a venue unlike anything Australia has seen beforeUnmatched growth opportunitiesFantastic Perks & Discountsexclusive to you and your friends across our venuesKingpin Melbourne will be opening in December 2025 and we are actively recruiting on this role now so you can be an instrumental part of helping us to build something special! (planned start date for this role Aug/Sept 2025)ESCAPE ORDINARY - APPLY TODAYAt TEEG we love to celebrate what makes you, uniquely you. We welcome all applications regardless of your gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or accessibility. 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