Venue Director RDS Dublin

Venue Director RDS Dublin

Up to €110,000 + excellent benefits 

For nearly 200 years, the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) has stood as a cornerstone of Irish cultural, agricultural, and social life. Founded in 1731 to promote agriculture, arts, industry, and science, the RDS has grown from a learned society into one of Ireland’s most iconic live-events destinations — hosting everything from major exhibitions and concerts to sporting moments and international conventions.

As the hospitality partner at this storied venue, Levy brings world-class food, service, and event experiences to every occasion. Working with us at the RDS means being part of a passionate, dynamic team that thrives in a live environment and helps shape unforgettable moments for tens of thousands of visitors each year.

ROLE PURPOSE

Levy is the exclusive food and drink partner at RDS and we are seeking an exceptional Venue Director to lead all hospitality operations across this iconic venue.

This is a high-profile, career-defining role for a dynamic senior leader who will shape and deliver a bold, future-focused food and drink strategy that reflects the scale, ambition, and prestige of the RDS. You will be accountable for the end-to-end guest experience, leading large, diverse teams to deliver consistently outstanding food, service, and innovation.

Working closely with the RDS and Levy’s senior leadership, you will drive commercial performance, lead a significant capital investment programme, and position the RDS as a benchmark for world-class hospitality on an international stage.

This role is for a curious, ambitious leader — not one who maintains the status quo, but one who defines what excellence looks like next.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy & Delivery

• Lead and deliver the venue-wide food and drink strategy aligned to Levy and RDS objectives
• Drive innovation across food, beverage, technology, and guest experience
• Lead capital projects and major hospitality developments
• Ensure consistent quality, compliance, sustainability, and safety standards

Leadership & Culture

• Inspire, develop, and engage large permanent and casual teams
• Build a culture of excellence, accountability, and progression
• Act as a visible, charismatic leader for Levy and the RDS partnership

Commercial & Financial Performance

• Full P&L ownership, forecasting, and cost control
• Use data and insights to drive efficiency, growth, and performance improvement
• Maximise commercial opportunities and premium experiences

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong, trusted relationships with the RDS, Levy leadership, and key partners
• Collaborate with central support teams to deliver best-in-class operations

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Senior leadership experience in large-scale, premium hospitality or live events
• Proven track record in strategy delivery, change management, and complex operations
• Commercially and financially astute, with strong data-led decision making
• Inspirational people leader with exceptional communication skills
• Innovative, agile, and resilient, with a relentless focus on quality and guest experience

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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