Restaurant & Events Manager – Central Coast
Up to $100K+super, hybrid/flexible work setup. Central Coast venue with luxury dining, a bustling events calendar, and a robust entertainment program. The role covers reservations, private functions, and guest-facing hosting across multiple departments.
The Role
This is a multi-departmental role that balances structure with style. You’ll be the first point of contact for many guests—the person behind a flawless welcome, an effortless booking process, and the kind of event they’ll remember long after.
You’ll Be Overseeing
Reservations Managing bookings, large groups, and VIP guests using platforms like Seven Rooms (training provided)
Functions & Events Coordinating inquiries, packages, site tours, and running point on weddings, private parties, and corporate events
Hosting Team Leading the FOH welcome experience from guest greetings to seamless seating
Initially hands-on, this role will evolve to lead a small team as the venue grows, including a dedicated events coordinator and host manager.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Responding to and managing a high volume of function and reservation inquiries
- Creating memorable experiences for wedding, group, and VIP bookings
- Coordinating event details, working closely with the kitchen and service teams
- Managing the host team to ensure exceptional front door service
- Supporting operational setup including packages, SOPs, event menus, and venue tours
- Collaborating on new systems, processes, and initiatives as the venue grows
- Transitioning from outsourced guest communication to in-house bookings
- Working with user-friendly platforms including Seven Rooms and MICROS-based systems
- Assisting with venue tours and providing a seamless first contact experience
What We’re Looking For
- Someone active in the local hospitality scene with hands-on experience in high-volume venues
- A people-first communicator who thrives in guest-facing roles and brings genuine charm to every interaction
- Highly organised and proactive with a strong sense of presentation and professionalism
- Confident managing bookings, events, and front-of-house coordination
- Tech savvy and comfortable with platforms such as Seven Rooms or similar
- Willing to work weekends or evenings as needed for special events
- Glamorous, polished, and naturally client facing with a calm under-pressure presence
The Offer
- Salary up to $100K plus super
- Opportunity to be part of a high-visibility venue launch
- Flexible start with the option to work remotely before full handover
- Work from home or from a sister venue in the early weeks
- Possibility of a hybrid work structure in the future (e.g. three days from home, two days onsite)
- Sunday and Monday typical days off with flexibility for events
- A long-term leadership role with room to grow your own team
- Work within a forward-thinking, hospitality-driven leadership team
- Be part of a brand that blends style, food, music, and memory-making
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