Venue Manager | Bert’s City Beach

About the Opportunity

Bert’s is a coastal venue in the heart of City Beach, offering stunning ocean views, fresh local produce, and a relaxed, energetic atmosphere that captures the spirit of WA’s beachside lifestyle. With a strong focus on great food, quality drinks, and warm, genuine service, Bert’s is designed to become a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike.

This is a rare opportunity to step into the Venue Manager role, helping to shape the venue’s culture, build a passionate team, and lead one of Perth’s best venues. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love creating memorable guest experiences, and want to leave your mark on a venue — Bert’s is calling.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Join a brand-new venue and take the reins

• Work in a high-volume, beachside venue with stunning views

• Be part of a hands-on and supportive leadership team

• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with strong support across departments

• Opportunities for long-term growth and progression

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Leadership & Culture

• Lead and inspire a front-of-house team through high standards, energy, and consistency

• Build a positive, service-driven workplace culture aligned with the venue’s relaxed coastal vibe

• Manage all aspects of recruitment, onboarding, and performance development

Operations & Guest Experience

• Run daily venue operations, ensuring exceptional service across all areas

• Be present on the floor during peak trade periods and key moments

• Proactively resolve issues, complaints, or service gaps

• Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure seamless execution

Financial Management & Stock

• Manage budgets, wage costs, and COGS to meet financial targets

• Create efficient rosters based on trade forecasts and wage cost targets

• Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships

• Implement strategies to drive revenue through upselling and promotions

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all RSA, licensing, WHS, and venue-specific procedures

• Maintain a safe, secure and well-maintained venue environment

• Conduct incident reporting and support safety training with staff

Collaboration & Growth

• Work alongside the venue owners and leadership team to refine processes

• Contribute to venue marketing efforts, event planning, and community engagement

• Offer creative input into seasonal menu updates, service enhancements, and promotions

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2–3 years experience as a Venue Manager, General Manager, or similar

• Proven ability to lead high-volume bar or pub operations

• Strong knowledge of financials, rostering, and inventory systems

• High level of emotional intelligence and a calm, hands-on leadership style

• Sound understanding of hospitality compliance and licensing requirements

• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, energetic venue environment

Ready to Lead Something Exciting?

If you’re a hospitality professional looking for a rare opportunity to lead one of Perth’s best venues in one of WA’s most scenic coastal locations, we’d love to hear from you.