CEO or GM – Up to $150K+S, Orange NSW, New Renos, Hospitality & Sporting
CEO or GM role with strong networking opportunity, competitive salary, 5 weeks leave, free meals, and career growth. The club has a community-driven, expanding venue, and direct board reporting.
This established regional sports club is appointing its first formal General Manager/CEO to professionalise operations and deliver an ambitious transformation plan. With 4,000 members, multiple sporting codes, and prime positioning in Orange, this is a genuine chance to shape a community institution.
About The Venue
The club has licensed clubhouse with upgraded bistro operation, sports bar, TAB/Keno, function spaces, extensive sporting fields, and outdoor entertainment zones.
* Licensed clubhouse with upgraded bistro operation
* Sports bar, TAB/Keno, function spaces (160+ capacity)
* Extensive sporting fields hosting AFL, rugby, soccer, touch football, athletics
* Outdoor entertainment zones with seasonal activation potential
* New gaming room in development (September 2026 target)
The Numbers
* 30+ staff across permanent, part-time and casual
* 8 sporting codes, 50+ events annually
The Culture
* Deep community roots with multi-generational membership
* Strong volunteer base including grounds maintenance
* Family-focused demographic with untapped potential
The Role
As GM/CEO, you'll have full operational authority and accountability, partnering with a long-serving admin manager.
* Leadership of all venue operations (bar, bistro, gaming, functions)
* Team management across 30+ permanent and casual staff
* P&L ownership: budgets, forecasting, cost control, board reporting
* Club / Gaming Compliance management: liquor, gaming etc
* Sporting group coordination and field allocation management
* Capital project oversight including gaming room development
* Systems implementation: CRM, rostering, online bookings
Strategic Priorities (First 12 Months)
* Establish service standards and operational consistency
* Launch summer activation program leveraging outdoor spaces
* Convert sporting participants into regular venue patrons
* Implement board reporting framework and quarterly governance rhythm
* Drive gaming performance pre and post development
* Build team culture bridging long-term staff and new standards
About You
We're seeking a leader with both operational grunt and strategic vision, having leadership experience in clubs, hotels or multi-outlet hospitality, proven P&L management, and strong people leadership.
* Leadership experience in clubs, hotels or multi-outlet hospitality
* Proven P&L management and financial reporting capability
* Strong people leadership with ability to unite diverse stakeholders
* Compliance expertise across licensed venue requirements
* Experience managing capital projects or facility improvements
* Cultural intelligence to honour legacy while driving change
* Willingness to be visible during key service periods (2-3 nights/week initially)
* Hands-on in the business management style
The Package
* Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 + super
* Title: General Manager or CEO based on experience
* Structure: Full-time with flexible mix of office and floor time
* Benefits: Relocation support available, on-site parking, venue privileges
* Growth: Clear pathway to expand role as venue develops
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