If FC Barcelona is mes que un club, the The Crafty Squire is mes que un pub*. The former Portland Hotel is home to an on-site brewery and, following an extensive refit and expansion last year, is a huge, two-storey multi-faceted venue.
It's a great gateway venue for people new to craft beer, mixing the full James Squire range with its in-house brews (regulars and one-offs), and also home to various bars, restaurants and a rooftop terrace – not to mention big crowds for major sporting events.
It won the 2016 Time Out Melbourne Pub Awards Revival title too and, after many years at the helm, the man responsible for running it – and putting on a range of beer events – is moving on to a new role in the group.
So, if you're a venue manager up for a challenge and reckon you can fill Joe's shoes, this is for you.
JOB DESCRIPTION: VENUE MANAGER
A unique opportunity has become available for an experienced, passionate and highly motivated venue manager to join an exciting venue located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.
The Crafty Squire is one of Melbourne's best pubs. Formerly the Portland Hotel, this iconic venue has recently undergone extensive renovations to offer you modern bar, restaurant and function facilities across two levels. It also boasts Melbourne's only CBD microbrewery, with a strong focus on craft beer, quality food, late night sport and entertainment.
We are looking for an industry leader with a passion for beer, sport and high quality food as well as being able to demonstrate the following:
- Full understanding of a high volume hospitality/pub operation
- A high level of business and financial experience and understanding
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Excellent knowledge of sales and marketing
- Leadership and people management skills
- Training and development of staff in order to ensure an amazing and consistent experience for all our customers
- Excellent communication skills
- An appreciation for the industry and desire to drive the business forward
Essential to this role will be:
- A minimum of five years' experience in a similar role
- Solid experience in a high volume kitchen operation
- Previous background in a late night sports venue will be considered an advantage
- A passion for all things BEER
If you think you would like to join our team consider that we are seeking ultra-passionate, high performing leaders who are able to consistently achieve outstanding sales results and that can clearly demonstrate that they are willing to help others achieve also. Applicants should therefore possess the skills necessary to lead and develop committed and enthusiastic teams of dedicated hospitality staff.
Please attention your resume with a cover letter to Joe Baily via email.
* It means "more than a pub".
