Be yourself. Love, Funlab. Welcome to Funlab – the world’s premier creator of competitive socialising experiences and the first B Corp-certified company in our industry. That means we’re serious about using fun for good—creating epic experiences while making a positive impact on our people, our communities, and the planet. With eight fun-inducing brands, 50 venues across Australia, Aotearoa (New Zealand), and North America, and over 2,000 incredible Motherfunners, we’ve been crafting joy, banter, and unforgettable moments since 2001. Every day at Funlab is different (just like our Motherfunners), and we love it that way. We’re all about creating a kind, safe, and inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, grow, and have a blast while doing it. No matter where you’ve been – or where your journey with Funlab takes you – the opportunity to learn, develop, and amplify your skills is always within reach. Now, we’re on the lookout for a Venue Manager to join the team at Strike Bowling in Melbourne Central, VIC —someone who’s passionate about people, driven by fun, and ready to create unforgettable experiences. Why Work with Us? Advance your career with a powerhouse in the entertainment industry Personalised development tailored to you, plus the chance to learn from some of the best in the biz A people-first culture that prioritises upskilling, growth, and setting our Motherfunners (aka our amazing team) up for success Extra time off Enjoy three additional paid leave days just for you Wellbeing matters. We offer mental health support, EAP services, Mental Health First Aid training, a dedicated DEI committee, and plenty of sub-committees Play on us Enjoy free activities for yourself across ALL Funlab brands—because work should come with perks And most importantly… because we’re just that AWESOME What You'll Do Be a hands-on, guest obsessed leader, motivating and driving your team to provide memorable guest experiences Drive revenues by running killer shifts and going above and beyond for our guests Create WOW spaces where you and the team can take FUN to the next level Support and inspire an energetic team of hospitality superstars Manage Front of House & Back of House operations, including but not limited to rosters, training, P&L management, forecasting, casual recruitment, COGs, and labour - gotta keep that brain ticking Continue to build an amazing, collaborative, and inclusive culture Mentor, develop and upskill your team members in all areas of the business Learn the ropes of managing all aspects of a busy, multi-faceted entertainment venue and we mean ALL aspects What You've Got Energy, enthusiasm, positivity - and bucketloads of it Proven hands-on management experience (minimum 2-3 years) in charge of a busy hospitality/entertainment venue A valid RSA, approved managers license and Working with Children Check Ability to pass a National Police Check An ability to work nights and weekends. After all, that's where the action's at An obsession with providing the best guest experiences Proven experience in all areas of a hospitality venue (bar, kitchen, functions etc) Strong time management skills and high level of experience in administrative tasks - being able to balance these with being a hands-on front of house manager A burning desire to show what you've got and what heights you can take the business Keen? If you're curious to explore, energetic about guests, and heart-working for our fun-loving communities, Funlab is the place for you – and you’re the Motherfunner for us Don’t self-reject We know that women and people in underrepresented communities lean towards applying to roles where they tick all the ‘What You’ve Got’ items, at Funlab we hire for attitude, not skills, so don’t r ule yourself out just yet, you might be the Motherfunner we’re looking for Other details Job family Venue Roles Pay type Salary Min hiring rate $82,000.00 Max hiring rate $105,000.00