About this role
Ready to take the lead at one of the Gold Coast’s most energetic late-night venues?
Retros is all about big nights, throwback anthems, packed dance floors and good times — and we’re looking for an experienced Venue Manager to lead the team and drive the venue forward.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume late-night environment , knows how to build a great team and understands how to turn memorable guest experiences into strong commercial results.
What’s on offer
- $90,000–$100,000 + Super + performance bonus up to $44,000 p.a. — OTE up to $144,000 + Super
- Lead a high-energy, late-night Gold Coast venue
- Autonomy, strong operational support & genuine career progression
- Be part of Australian Venue Co.’s growing national portfolio
What you’ll be doing
You’ll take ownership of the overall performance of Retros — from people and culture to operations, compliance and commercial results.
- Lead, coach and develop a high-performing venue team
- Be visible and hands-on during key trading periods
- Drive a fun, energetic and guest-focused culture
- Own labour, rostering, stock management and venue performance
- Understand your P&L and identify opportunities to grow the business
- Deliver events, promotions and activations that drive trade
- Maintain strong standards across safety, licensing and compliance
About you
We’re looking for a strong hospitality operator with proven experience leading busy, high-volume venues .
Experience in late-night, entertainment, bars or high-volume hospitality will be highly regarded.
You’ll be commercially switched on, confident leading a team and comfortable being right in the middle of the action when the venue is at its busiest.
Most importantly, you’ll bring energy, personality and a genuine love of hospitality.
Ready to turn it up?
If you’re looking for a Venue Manager role with pace, personality and plenty happening , Retros Gold Coast could be your next move.
Bring the leadership. Bring the energy. We’ll bring the throwbacks.
Apply now and take the lead at Retros Gold Coast.