Cooee | Venue Manager

About Us

At Fiveight, we're Property Revitalists with a passion for place, creating landmark destinations that celebrate the best of Australia.

Cooee is our iconic Swan River venue, offering a casual fine dining experience that brings together exceptional food, warm hospitality and breathtaking views. We're seeking an experienced Venue Manager to lead the venue's performance, team and guest experience.

About the Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll be responsible for the overall success of Cooee, leading the Restaurant Manager and Head Chef to deliver exceptional service, strong financial performance and a high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of venue operations across front and back of house.
• Drive revenue, profitability, labour management and cost control.
• Lead, coach and develop venue leaders and team members.
• Champion exceptional guest experiences and service standards.
• Oversee events and private dining opportunities to maximise revenue.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, food safety, liquor licensing and company policies.
• Manage venue presentation, maintenance and operational excellence.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience leading a hospitality venue, restaurant or premium dining operation.
• Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and labour management.
• Demonstrated people leadership and team development skills.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, WHS and liquor licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• WA Approved Manager Licence, or the ability to obtain one.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a well-established and highly regarded venue.
• Career growth and development opportunities within Fiveight.
• Staff discounts and benefits across Fiveight venues.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and in-house Chaplain.
• Work alongside passionate hospitality professionals in a premium waterfront setting.

Eligibility

• Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

If you're a hands-on hospitality leader with a passion for people, performance and exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now.

How to Apply

Submit your application via our Portal or Seek link. Include your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

Fiveight embraces diversity equity and inclusion. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders and people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and people living with a disability to apply.

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