Venue Manager - VIC

VENUE MANAGER 

At Grill’d, we’re all about serving up epic vibes, unforgettable moments, and careers that sizzle. With over 20 years of success, 175+ restaurants, and bold plans to grow, we’re looking for VENUE MANAGERS to step into a newly created role to lead our flagship restaurants. This is an opportunity for driven leaders who are ready to inspire teams, take charge, and bring energy every single day. We want strong sales drivers who can grow sales and create WOW moments for their team, guests, and community. Leadership at Grill’d means thriving in a people-first culture full of laughs, growth opportunities and rewards—where you can make a real impact. 

Why You’ll Love Grill’d 

• A Strong Start: We’ll kick off your Grill’d adventure with a 8 week structured onboarding program with leadership workshops and hands-on training to make sure you hit the ground running. 
• Your Career, Your Way: Whether you’re aspiring to become an Area Manager, step into a role at our Support Office or even restaurant ownership through our Grill’d Partner or Joint Venture Program, we’ve got pathways to turn your ambitions into reality. 
• The Rewards You Deserve: Enjoy uncapped monthly bonuses tied to sales, because hard work deserves a little extra something. 
• Celebrate Like a Boss: From Hall of Flame trips to Bali, London, Singapore, or Cambodia to our famous G.O.A.T leadership conference, we know how to celebrate success! 
• A Culture That Gets You: We live and breathe our values every day, so you’ll be joining a team that’s as authentic as it gets. 
• Giving Back, Grill’d Style: Through programs like City Support Nights and Local Matters, we’re all about making a real impact in our communities. 
• Flexible Vibes: We know life’s busy, so we offer flexible working arrangements that let you shine inside and outside of work. 
• Perks on Perks: From free Grill’d burgers to wellness support via our EAP program and a Fun Fund for unforgettable team moments, we’ve got you covered. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Strategic Moves: Take charge of growing revenue, boosting market share, and driving profit margins for your venue. 
• -Spend 2 days on the restaurant driving growth by building business relationships, engaging with local businesses, and crafting marketing strategies. 
• -Spend 3 days in the restaurant ensuring everything runs smoothly, supporting your RM, and leveling up your team. 
• Lead with Purpose: Support and mentor your Restaurant Manager (RM) as they handle daily operations, compliance, and guest experiences, while you focus on the bigger picture. 
• Create Community Connections: Champion local marketing initiatives and build strong relationships with local groups and businesses. 
• Inspire and Develop: Coach and grow your team, ensuring a solid talent pipeline and fostering a culture where everyone thrives. 
• Keep the Numbers Ticking: Partner with your RM to manage budgets, track KPIs, and ensure the venue achieves its sales and operational goals. 

Who We’re Looking For  

• A Natural Leader: You’ve got 3+ years of experience in a Venue Manager or General Manager role, and you’re ready to inspire a team. 
• A Strategic Thinker: Strong commercial acumen with the ability to create and execute growth plans. 
• A People Developer: Skilled in coaching, performance management, and talent development. 
• Results-Driven: A proven track record of smashing sales targets and ensuring operational excellence. 
• A Collaborator: You’re all about working closely with your Restaurant Manager and the team to create something amazing. 
• A Passionate Advocate: You align with our core values of Passion, Leadership, Ownership, Trust, and Sustainability, and are ready to bring them to life every day. 

Ready to Join the Burger Revolution? 

This is your chance to make an impact, lead with purpose, and have fun while doing it. Take the next step in your career and be part of something extraordinary at Grill’d. 

Next Steps 

If you’re vibing with this, hit us up! Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone interview. 

For more about life at Grill’d, check us out here. 

At Grill'd, we embrace and value, diversity of culture, sexual orientation and gender identity. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include and welcome unique contributions of all people. 

Note: Candidates must have full working rights in Australia and pass a National Police Check.