Assistant Venue Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Venue Manager supports the day-to-day operation of a hotel dining or entertainment venue at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park. Responsibilities typically include supervising service, coordinating staff, maintaining guest satisfaction, managing reservations and bookings, monitoring presentation and service standards, assisting with training, and supporting financial and stock-control procedures. Candidates are expected to have hospitality supervisory or venue-management experience, strong communication skills, sound knowledge of food and beverage operations, and the ability to lead a team in a busy environment. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and public holidays is generally required. A professional attitude, attention to detail, commercial awareness and a genuine focus on creating memorable guest experiences are important.

Company Info

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is a large five-star hotel located beside Sydney’s Hyde Park, close to the central business district, shopping areas and major attractions. It operates under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. The hotel offers accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting and event facilities, fitness and wellness services, and conference spaces for business and leisure guests. Marriott properties generally emphasise professional service, guest engagement, teamwork, operational standards and career development. Employees may benefit from structured training, internal mobility and access to Marriott’s global associate benefits, subject to local terms and eligibility. The hotel serves international visitors, corporate travellers, local customers and event guests, creating a fast-paced environment with varied hospitality operations.

Destination Guide

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, the Gold Coast and regional tourism destinations. Hotels, restaurants, resorts and event venues regularly seek supervisors, chefs, servers, housekeeping staff and managers, although competition can be strong in major cities. Australian workplace culture is generally informal but professional, with emphasis on punctuality, safety, teamwork and clear communication. Sydney provides beaches, cultural attractions, outdoor activities and a multicultural lifestyle, but housing and transport costs can be high. Most overseas workers need an appropriate visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or skilled visa; eligibility depends on nationality, occupation, age and experience. Applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating typically involves arranging accommodation, a tax file number, Australian bank account, health cover and a realistic budget for rent and living costs.