Travis Krause
Coolangatta,Qld
Summary
Dynamic Venue Manager with proven success in optimizing guest experiences and managing sold-out events. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and resource management skills drive operational excellence in high-capacity environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Venue Manager
Riverview Hotel
Tarwin Lower, VIC
08.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations and logistics for events at 550-capacity venue, ensuring seamless event execution.
- Managed sold-out gigs, optimizing guest experiences and operational flow.
- Coordinated events and large group gatherings, achieving smooth execution and high attendee satisfaction.
- Conducted staff training to improve service quality and elevate guest experiences.
- Coordinated rosters and inventory ordering for efficient resource management.
Assistant Manager
Wooli Tavern
Cape Woolamai, VIC
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated daily operations and staff scheduling at busy tavern to optimize workflow.
- Ensured timely food service and maintained quality standards through collaboration with kitchen staff.
- Trained new employees on procedures and service expectations to ensure consistent service delivery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services to offer accurate information.
House Painter
Sub-Contractor
Bass Coast, VIC
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Delivered expert craftsmanship on painting projects, consistently achieving client satisfaction within specified timeframes.
- Executed custom house repaints in eco-village, enhancing community aesthetics through high-quality workmanship.
- Managed time effectively while independently completing projects and collaborating with teams to meet deadlines.
Shopfitting
NHI
Multiple states, Australia
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Coordinated materials and reviewed project timelines to ensure on-time completion of shopfitting projects.
- Installed various types of cabinetry and shelving according to specifications.
- Operated hand and power tools for precise cutting and assembly of shopfitting components.
- Fabricated metal components like frames, brackets and supports for shopfitting purposes.
- Mounted wall panels, signage boards and ceiling tiles in retail stores according to design specifications.
- Performed demolition tasks for refitting or remodeling shops.
- Painted stores and fixtures to enhance visual appeal and create a welcoming retail environment.
House Re-location/Re-stumping
Pugh House Relocators
Wonthaggi, VIC
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Executed re-stumping processes, strengthening structural integrity of properties.
- Managed site operations, ensuring safe and efficient lift and lowering of houses.
- Piloted heavy and wide loads to designated sites, maintaining compliance with regulations.
- Operated forklifts and hydraulic pallet jacks for precise movement of product loads.
- Implemented traffic management strategies to safely stop or slow vehicles during operations.
- Collaborated with team members, enhancing leadership and teamwork in challenging environments.
Education
Wonthaggi Secondary College
Wonthaggi, VICSkills
- Venue operations
- Event coordination
- Event technology management
- Budget management
- Health and safety compliance
- Resource management
- Customer relationship management
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Venue Manager
Riverview Hotel
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Wooli Tavern
12.2021 - 08.2023
House Painter
Sub-Contractor
01.2017 - 01.2021
Shopfitting
NHI
01.2015 - 01.2017
House Re-location/Re-stumping
Pugh House Relocators
01.2008 - 01.2015
Wonthaggi Secondary College