Area Manager | Wellington

New Zealand & Australian Venue Co. is home to some of the most iconic pubs, bars, and entertainment venues across two countries. With a fast‑growing portfolio and an ambitious pipeline ahead, we’re on the hunt for a seasoned Area Manager to lead a cluster of venues across Wellington.

This role is for someone who lives and breathes the Wellington hospitality scene—you know the streets, the trends, the people, and what makes a venue thrive in this market. You’re a true pub operator at heart, with deep multi‑site experience and a passion for building high‑performing teams.

As Area Manager, you’ll take full operational ownership of a portfolio of venues, driving performance, culture, and guest experience across your region. You’ll work closely with Venue Managers to deliver strong commercial results while maintaining the unique personality of each site.

• Lead, coach, and develop a portfolio of Venue Managers and their teams
• Drive financial performance across revenue, labour, and cost controls
• Embed strong service standards and operational consistency
• Partner with central support teams across people, marketing, and finance
• Support recruitment, training, and succession planning across your venues
• Execute local activations and initiatives that connect with the Wellington community

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a multi‑site hospitality management role
• Strong background in pub, bar, or late‑night venue operations
• Deep understanding of the Wellington hospitality landscape
• Proven track record of leading high‑volume, high‑energy venues
• Commercially savvy with strong financial and labour management skills
• Passionate about people, culture, and developing future leaders

• Competitive salary package + bonus potential
• Career growth across a large trans‑Tasman hospitality group
• Access to internal leadership and development programs
• Staff discounts across AVC and NZVC venues
• A fast‑paced, people‑first culture that celebrates great operators

If you’re a true Wellington pub operator ready to take the next step in a multi‑site leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.