Venue Manager | Little Mez

Own the operation. Lead the team. Elevate the experience.

About Us

Little Mez by Margo’s is an intimate underground cocktail bar in the heart of Queenstown, known for its moody atmosphere, exceptional margaritas, and curated tequila and mezcal selection.

We focus on quality drinks, great music, and memorable guest experiences, a refined late-night venue where energy, detail, and consistency matter.

As part of Future Hospitality Group, we’re guided by our core values: Culture, Collaboration, Aspirational, Communication, and Consistency.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Venue Manager to take full ownership of Little Mez.

You’ll lead the venue end-to-end, building a strong team, delivering an engaging guest experience, and driving financial and operational performance.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll lead from the floor, set the energy of the room, and create an environment where both guests and team want to be.

Key Responsibilities

• Own overall venue performance across guest experience, team, and financial results
  
• Drive service standards in a premium, cocktail-focused environment
• Champion cocktail quality, product knowledge, and presentation
• Build a strong, positive, and accountable team culture
• Manage labour, cost of goods, and efficiencies to meet targets
  
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws and health & safety requirements
• Work with senior leadership on performance, strategy, and improvements

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a Venue Manager, Bar Manager, or ready to step up
• LCQ and Duty Manager Certificate (or ability to obtain)
• Strong cocktail and beverage knowledge, with a genuine passion for hospitality
  
• Confident in a late-night environment
• Hands-on leader who leads from the floor
  
• Strong communicator who engages both team and guests
  

What you'll get:

• A premium cocktail venue with real responsibility and influence
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Growth within an established hospitality group
  
• Staff discounts across all venues
• Wellness support, including free counselling
  
• Opportunity to shape and elevate a unique late-night venue
  
• Ski pass discounts and local perks

Why this role

This is an opportunity to build a great team and elevate the guest experience through energy, detail, and consistency.

If you’re ready to take ownership and make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.