The Terrace is a revitalised Melbourne icon set within the breathtaking surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens. A conservatory overlooking an ornamental lake, it is equal parts romance, Australiana, cool botanica and modern grandeur, operating across an all-day café, lakeside food and beverage, a takeaway kiosk, pop-up experiences and premium private events and weddings. It is a destination venue where casual dining meets world-class event execution.

As Venue Manager, you’ll have full operational ownership of the venue, leading from the front and setting the standard for service, culture and commercial performance. It’s a high-profile role that balances strong commercial acumen with genuine hospitality leadership, across both daily trade and events.

In the role you will:

• Own end-to-end venue operations across café and events
• Lead, mentor and develop a large front-of-house team
• Drive revenue, COGS and labour performance
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences across daily trade and events
• Manage compliance, licensing and operational standards
• Oversee event execution alongside café operations
• Work closely with central leadership and support teams

• Previous experience in a senior café or restaurant management role
• A proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• A track record of achieving revenue and labour targets
• Strong financial literacy and operational discipline
• Exceptional service standards and attention to detail
• The ability to manage high-volume service and large events
• A confident communicator with strong presence on the floor
• Experience in functions and events is highly regarded
• Availability for a rotating roster including weekends, evenings and public holidays, plus a valid RSA

• A competitive remuneration package
• Structured leadership development pathways
• Company-wide career progression
• A respectful, high-performance culture
• The opportunity to lead one of Melbourne’s most unique venues