Venue Manager – Petition Collection

We’re on the lookout for an experienced and driven Venue Manager to take the reins of Petition, Wine Merchant, and Beer Corner – three of Perth’s most dynamic and well-loved hospitality venues. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of all three outlets with support from an exceptional team.

About

On the corner of St Georges Terrace and Barrack Street in the heart of Perth, stands the historic State Buildings. This collection of iconic heritage buildings has been revitalised and transformed, delivering a vibrant cultural destination in which to eat, drink and stay.

The precinct has become one of the city’s favourite meeting places and is home to an award-winning collection of restaurants and bars, including Petition, Beer Corner, Wine Merchant, Long Chim, Shop 1875, Wildflower, Cape Arid Rooms, POST Osteria & Bar and more.

In this role, you will:

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple venues
• Lead, train, and support front-line teams
• Monitor and improve financial performance, including budgeting and cost control
• Work with the culinary team on menu development and rollout
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and workplace safety standards
• Drive guest satisfaction through service excellence and continuous improvement
• Manage supplier relationships and inventory efficiency
• Track venue performance using KPIs and operational reports
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term business goals

What we’re looking for:

A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-venue environment. You bring strong hospitality experience, operational insight, strong financial knowledge and a passion for team development and guest satisfaction. This role is ideal for someone who leads from the floor and is confident managing premium venues with multiple moving parts.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality management career, apply now.