About the Opportunity:
We're Hiring Chefs at Lucas Collective
Lucas Collective is currently seeking talented Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs to join our kitchens. This is an opportunity to work with premium produce, high-performing teams, and some of the industry's best operators. If you're passionate, driven, and looking to grow your career within a leading hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you.
We have opportunities across
- Society
- Grill Americano
- Maison Batard
The Ideal Candidate Must Have:
- Chef experience in a premium a-la-carte restaurant
- Grill section experience
- Management candidates must have solid understanding of management practices and financial budgets/targets
- Exemplary leadership with focus on staff development
- Demonstrated experience in leading a high-performing team
- Highly adaptable and able to perform in high-pressure service periods
- Solid understanding of food safety standards
- Proven ability in building effective relationships
- Organisational and time management skills
- Experience using Deputy (or similar Time & Attendance system), H&L, and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent communication and presentation
- Able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts
- Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
About Lucas Collective:
Proudly founder-owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is home to the country's most loved and acclaimed restaurant, bar and event brands —including Chin Chin, Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono and more.
We are curious and innovative, forever redefining the boundaries of hospitality as we forge a new future at the intersection of lifestyle, culture and design.
Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants and The Lucas Group, Lucas Collective is brought to you by restaurateur Chris Lucas.
Working with Lucas Collective:
At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that's inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.
- We offer competitive salaries, generous discounts in our venues, and development opportunities to support and grow your career.
Make Lucas Collective your next — and best — career move.
Chef de Partie & Commis in Melbourne employer: Lucas Collective
Lucas Collective is an exceptional employer that offers a vibrant work culture and genuine career progression opportunities in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. With a commitment to developing talent through industry-leading training and a supportive team environment, employees can thrive while contributing to the creation of two exciting new dining destinations. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in hospitality.
