Venue Manager

About us

The Hills are alive! We are a neighbourhood pizza and wine bar, we believe wine should be fun and look to showcase avant-garde producers who make interesting wines which are approachable and that sit perfectly alongside a delicious slice of pizza. 

Part of the Diggin’ In The Cellars group, we value good wine, good food and good people. We believe knowledge is best shared and foster a culture where a desire to learn from our peers, our producers and beyond is inherent throughout.

About the role 

As Venue Manager you play the lead role in the experience of our guests and of our people. 

You will lead our team to deliver exceptional service which is efficient, hospitable and true to our ethos, building a community of patrons through confident service and genuine knowledge of our food and wine. 

You will deliver a well run, profitable venue where our standards for venue operations, stock management, service, product knowledge and venue presentation are upheld at all times. 

You will lead by example, and inspire and encourage our people through the sharing of knowledge, feedback and a strong emphasis on their development while driving a focus on continuous improvement across our team and all aspects of our operations.  

What we offer

• Career progression in an expanding group with many facets 
• In house wine training and development as well as the opportunity to study WSET level 2 and 3
• Be a part of a supportive and inclusive team, working closely with the kitchen team in a collaborative environment. 
• Opportunity to meet and learn from local producers, take part in vintage, come along to day trips with the group out to local vineyards. 
• Staff discounts across all venues in the group including our online wine store

Who we are looking for

• Previous experience in a venue management position, within a venue of a similar style 
• You have a strong passion for service and wine, a good understanding of the wine industry, local and internationally, WSET education would be preferred but not a deal breaker.
• A natural leader who can build positive relationships and workplace culture. 
• A genuine desire to learn and expand your knowledge is a must.
• A good understanding of the financial aspects of venue operations such as P&L, GP margin and wage control are an advantage. 

If you have the skills and experience for this role we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your application including your CV today.