Sous Chef | Society

2 days ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Lucas Collective Full time

- Work with some of the industry's most talented chefs
- Amazing opportunity for career growth with ongoing support & training

About Society:

A statement of modern Australian design and sophisticated dining culture, the art of à la carte is the centrepiece allowing diners to curate their own experience promising no two visits need ever be the same.

Grand yet intimate, the restaurant has 180 degree views over Collins and Exhibition streets encompassing distinctly different dining experiences – the Society dining room, customised private dining, the Lillian Brasserie and a luxurious lounge bar with each space remaining independent in menu offerings.

About Lucas Collective:

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants, Lucas Collective is the vision of restaurateur Chris Lucas. Proudly founder‑owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is home to some of Australia’s most loved and acclaimed restaurants, bars, and event brands - including Chin Chin, Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, Baby, Yakimono, Hawker Hall and more.

We are curious, innovative, and constantly redefining the boundaries of hospitality, shaping a future where lifestyle, culture, and design intersect.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking passionate and experienced Sous Chefs to assist our Head Chefs with the day‑to‑day operations of the kitchen. You will play a key role in ensuring each section runs at peak efficiency, leading, mentoring, and inspiring your team. This is a hands‑on role for a dedicated hospitality professional who thrives in a premium restaurant environment.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have:

- Demonstrated experience as a Jnr Sous or Sous Chef in premium restaurant
- Display exemplary leadership and passion for global cuisine trends
- Effective management and communication of diverse team
- Experience in managing and maintaining food safety program including documentation
- Rostering and ordering experience
- Monitor and supervise OH&S standards and procedure
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
- Genuine interest in the day to day operations
- Understanding of financial budgets, food and labour costs is advantageous
- Excellent attention to detail
- Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods
- Calm and composed demeanour
- Full availability, able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Working 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.

Interested?

Click ‘Apply’ and submit your updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details. For more information on what it’s like to work at Lucas Collective, visitwww.lucascollective.com

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