Venue Manager - Slattery and Sons
A natural leader, a strong operator and someone who knows what makes a great pub tick? Slattery & Sons could be your next move.
We're looking for an experienced, driven and commercially minded Venue Manager to lead Slattery & Sons, one of Auckland's CBD, much-loved Irish pubs.
Slattery & Sons has a well-established identity, a strong reputation and a personality that sets it apart. We're looking for someone who understands what makes the venue special and has the leadership, passion and business nous to build on its success. Someone who can bring that personality to life through their team, maintain what customers know and love, and continually raise the bar on the overall experience.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take full responsibility for the venue. You'll lead the entire team, set the direction, drive performance and ensure Slattery & Sons continues to deliver on what makes it a great Irish pub.
What's the role?
You'll be responsible for the overall success of Slattery & Sons – from the people and atmosphere to the financial performance and day-to-day operation.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the team: Set the direction, expectations and culture. Lead, coach and develop your management team and staff, building a team that takes pride in what they do.
Owning the operation: Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the venue, ensuring everything is organised, efficient and operating to a high standard.
Setting the standard: Be visible and hands-on, leading from the front and ensuring service, presentation and operational standards are consistently high.
Championing the venue: Protect and strengthen what makes Slattery & Sons special, ensuring the atmosphere, service and customer experience reflect its established identity.
Driving business performance: Take ownership of sales, labour, costs, budgets and key financial targets. Understand the numbers and know how to turn performance into results.
Growing the business: Identify opportunities to increase revenue, build customer loyalty, drive promotions and continue elevating the venue's profile.
Managing compliance: Ensure all licensing, health and safety, and operational requirements are met
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone with real presence and personality – someone who knows how to get the best out of people, set clear expectations and build a team that delivers.
You'll also need a strong business head. Someone who understands that running a great pub means balancing people, customers, atmosphere and commercial performance. You'll take pride in Slattery & Sons and be motivated to keep raising the bar.
Ideally, you'll have:
Proven experience managing a busy hospitality venue, pub or bar.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage, motivate and develop a team.
A current NZ Manager's Certificate.
Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, labour costs, sales and financial performance.
A natural ability to connect with customers and create a welcoming, lively atmosphere.
Confidence making decisions, taking ownership and holding yourself and others accountable.
A proactive approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and drive improvements.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
A valid New Zealand working visa.
Why join BOQ?
A strong brand: Lead an established Irish pub with a clear identity and a loyal customer base.
Staff perks: Generous discounts across all 12 venues, plus staff meals and drinks on shift.
Team events: Regular staff socials, team-building activities and our annual group party.
Individual bonus scheme: Your own bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn additional rewards based on your individual performance and agreed targets.
Room to grow: Be part of a wider hospitality group with opportunities to develop your career.
Interested?
If you're a strong hospitality leader who knows how to build a great team, drive business performance and elevate an established venue, we'd love to hear from you.
Send us your CV and tell us why you'd be the right person to lead Slattery & Sons.
Please note: All applicants must be 18 years or older and hold a valid New Zealand working visa.