Assistant Venue Leader – Yo-Chi Canberra
You asked. We listened. Canberra... we're finally coming!
We're opening our first ever ACT venue, and we're looking for an incredible Assistant Venue Leader to help bring it to life.
Working alongside the Venue General Manager, you'll play a key role in launching the venue, building an amazing team, and creating the fun, high energy culture that Yo-Chi is known for. From recruitment and training through to opening day and beyond, you'll help shape the guest experience from day one.
As part of your onboarding, you'll complete comprehensive training at one of our Sydney venues before returning to Canberra ready to open. You'll be fully supported every step of the way. If you love leading people, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are ready to grow your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing Support the Venue General Manager in leading and inspiring a high performing team
Help recruit, onboard, coach, and develop an amazing team ahead of opening
Lead by example and deliver exceptional guest experiences every day
Support venue operations including rostering, stock management, cash handling, and food safety
Help drive performance by achieving KPIs and maintaining operational excellence
Create a positive team culture where people love coming to work
What we're looking for Leadership experience in hospitality, retail, or QSR
A people first leader who enjoys coaching and developing others
Strong organisational and communication skills
A hands on attitude with the ability to thrive in fast paced environments
Positive, resilient, and passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences
Willingness to travel to Sydney for initial training before the venue opens
Why you'll love working at Yo-Chi Competitive salary plus quarterly performance bonuses
Free Yo-Chi every shift plus generous staff discounts
Genuine career progression with opportunities to become a Venue General Manager and beyond
Access to our Happiness Hub for wellbeing, learning, and mental health support
A fun, supportive team culture with socials, team dinners, and plenty of good energy
Flexible rotating rosters that work with your lifestyle
Fully supported training in Sydney before opening your Canberra venue
The exciting part This isn't just another Assistant Venue Leader role. You'll be helping launch Yo-Chi's very first ACT venue, building the team, shaping the culture, and creating a space that Canberra will fall in love with from day one.
Ready to be part of something special? Check us out on Instagram @iloveyochi or visit our website.
Please note: You must have full working rights in Australia to apply.
