About Us
INDEPENDANTLY OWNED & OPERATED
The Venue is an independently owned and operated Bar, Restaurant and Function Suite complex on the Fylde Coast in Thornton-Cleveleys.
Proud of our independent heritage we seek local suppliers and select the freshest local ingredients and aim to provide a welcoming environment for all.
We never forget you have a choice. That's why we all go the extra mile in all that we do. We're proud of our reputation for our passionate people, great service and superior products, all driven by our 'can do' attitude.
Scroll down to meet our team.
Meet The Team
Jakki Slack
Owner & Director
Jakki is our sole-owner and Director. She has a active role within the day to day running of The Venue.
Tomas Walsh
General Manager
Tom has responsibility for the day to day running of The Venue and oversees the front and back of house operations.
Mark Hennessy
Manager
Mark is responsible for all our Weddings and events along with our bar operations.
Hannah Boocock
Manager
Hannah has responsibility for our Restaurant operations and runs our booking systems.
Matthew Smith
Head Chef
Mat overseas the running of our kitchens and is the source of many of the recipies used today.
Markus Stephens
Assistant Manager
Markus looks after our bar operations and also assists with the running of events.
Jordan Schofield
Assistant Manager
Jordan assists with the day-to-day operations of The Venue.
Ross Wilson
Second Chef
Ross assists with the day to day running of our busy kitchens.
John Lucas
Second Chef
John assists with the day to day running of our busy kitchens.
Sam Gallager
Supervisor
Sam is our Restaurant Supervisor and supervises the day to day restaurant operations.
Ben Reeve
Supervisor
Ben is our Spirit Supervisor and supervises events in our Spirit Function Suite.
Leigh Clarke
Supervisor
Leigh supervises our events team in our Mezzaluna Function Suite.