Venue Operations & Events Manager.

An incredible opportunity to work for an iconic London venue and cultural institution that is renowned for delivering exceptional nightlife experience and events.

I am looking for a Venue Operations Manager to join our passionate team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for ensuring that long-standing weekly club nights to high-profile DJ sets and themed events night runs smoothly, safely, and memorably.

About the Role:

As Venue Operations Manager, you'll lead the front-line operation of the venue during your assigned shifts. You'll manage a large and diverse team - including bar, security, and support staff - ensuring a safe, high-quality experience for our guests and a high-performing environment for our staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day club operations during shifts.
• Manage staffing on shift - including security, bar teams, and floor staff.
• Liaise directly with artist teams, technicians, and hospitality staff to create an environment where artists, guests, and staff feel supported and inspired.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety and licensing regulations.
• Handle customer issues professionally and maintain high service standards.
• Monitor crowd control and entry/exit flow.
• Lead staff briefings and debriefings; train and support new team members.
• Coordinate cleaning and maintenance needs with relevant teams.
• Monitor inventory and support procurement as required.
• Report incidents, performance updates, and insights to the General Manager.
• Events - Work with the Events team to deliver corporate/private events; coordinate logistics, create event briefs, and ensure successful execution.
• Bars - Oversee all bar operations; drive sales per head, manage stock, train staff, and ensure licensing compliance.
• Operations - Lead venue logistics; manage rotas, maintenance schedules, security coordination, and facility improvements.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in club or late-night operations is essential, and a passion for music, people, and events is a must.
• A personal licence (or willingness to obtain one) is highly desirable. Familiarity with ticketing systems, event scheduling tools, and bar operations will be an advantage.
• A confident leader with excellent communication and team management skills.
• Calm under pressure and passionate about customer service.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, licensing laws, and operational standards.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to thrive in a busy nightlife environment.

If this sounds like you send your CV now!

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