Venue Manager | Mansfield Hotel

Live music. Big nights. A venue with personality.
The Mansfield Hotel is looking for a hands-on Venue Manager to lead one of Townsville’s iconic live music and entertainment venues.
Recently transformed with a new beer garden and entertainment spaces, Mansfield is also home to The Warehouse, hosting local and touring artists. With live music, DJs, comedy, ticketed events and a gaming room, this is a venue offering plenty of variety and opportunity.
We’re looking for someone who can build a strong team culture, lift standards and drive commercial growth while strengthening the venue’s established community and music connections.
What’s on offer
OTE up to $139,000, comprising base salary, super and KPI bonus
The opportunity to lead an iconic venue following its recent transformation
A diverse entertainment offering and established local following
Support from Australian Venue Co.’s Operations and Head Office teams
Career development and progression across AVC’s national portfolio
What you’ll be doing
Taking ownership of day-to-day venue operations across food, beverage, entertainment and gaming
Leading from the floor and maintaining high service and presentation standards
Recruiting, coaching and developing a confident, engaged team
Managing P&L performance, labour, rostering, stock and revenue growth
Working with entertainment partners to deliver successful events and build repeat visitation
Building relationships with local customers, artists and the wider community
Maintaining licensing, gaming, safety and operational compliance
What you’ll bring
Experience as a Venue Manager or senior hospitality leader
A hands-on leadership style with a strong presence during peak trade
Strong commercial understanding and confidence managing venue financial performance
The ability to build team culture, set clear expectations and maintain standards
Experience delivering events, promotions and entertainment
A background in live music venues is preferred
Availability to work nights, weekends and key events
Ready to lead Mansfield’s next chapter? Apply now and bring your experience, ideas and energy to the team.