VENUE MANAGER - IPSWICH SPORTS CLUB / IPSWICH CITY GOLF

The Company

The IPPY, Ipswich Sports Club / Ipswich City Golf, is now seeking applications for an experienced Venue Manager.

This full-time salary position requires the applicant to have a sound knowledge of management operations and the availability to work across weekdays, nights, weekends, and/or public holidays in a full-time capacity. We are looking for a dedicated and service focused Venue Manager,  who has relevant experience and a strong background  in Food and Beverage operations, along with staff management.

Our venue trades from 10am to 10pm - 5 days a week and from 10am to 12am - Friday and Saturday - so no 3am finishes!    Great lifestyle balance! 

The Role 

To be successful in your application you will need to possess the following knowledge, skills and attributes:

• Attend to the day to day management and assist in all aspects of the business.

• Have a full understanding of costings for all departments and KPIs which aligns with core objectives of the business in achieving profitability.

• Ensure all marketing and promotional strategies are implemented and maintained.

• Continually look for and test new concepts that will increase visitation.

• Manage and work on current and long range plans and objectives and provide analysis of their progress.

• Full accountability for all Management with regards to reporting, KPI’s and team management.

• Preparation and submission of various weekly, monthly and yearly reports.

• Provide hands on support to all departments across a 7-day work roster.

• Manage and monitor revenue streams and purchasing ensuring they remain within budgetary expectations.

• Drive profitability and continually aim to reduce operating expenses and gain more efficiencies from them.

• Create a positive culture where all team members support company expectations, policies, and procedures.

• Conduct probationary performance and development reviews.

• Manage all contracts and services associated with the physical aspects of the operations. 

• All legal requirements are observed and managed in a practical and commercial matter.

• Ability to conceive, develop, implement and monitor business strategies and plans across all business units.

Who we are looking for:

This role will best suit an experienced leader who has:

• Proactive leadership style that encourages staff participation, effort and buy-in and who can lead people, resources and projects.

• Proven experience in supporting business growth and managing risks.

• Confident dealing with financial figures, budgets and interpreting reports.

• Analytical skills in strategic thinking, diplomacy and negotiation.

• A passion for the Hospitality industry and a flair for functions and events.

• Superior time management and communication skills.

• Willing to learn all aspects of running a Golf Club or a passion for golf.

• Own reliable transport.

• 7 day/night availability.

• Full working rights within Australia.

How to apply:

If this sounds like you and you would like to join our company, please apply now via seek with your cover letter outlining your previous experience and current resume. 

Please note:

If you have been successful in making it to the interview stage, you will be contacted within two weeks of sending through your application.  All other applications will be kept on file unless you specifically request that we don’t.  Thank you for your application.

Applications close Friday 2 October 2026 or sooner if the role is filled.