Commis Chef

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Lucas Collective Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
  • Supportive team with ongoing, paid training
  • High energy Japanese-inspired eating house
  • Employee discount across Lucas venues

*About Yakimono:*
A creative tribute to the corruptible side of Japanese cuisine, Yakimono is an exuberant inner-urban Japanese eating house in the heart of the CBD. The colourful and high energy Yakimono joined the LUCAS family in late 2021 in the newly developed 80 Collins precinct, next to the two Hat Society Restaurant.

*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.

*About the Opportunity:*
We are looking for a Commis Chef to join our team at Yakimono. You will be driven and genuinely passionate about cooking. This is an amazing opportunity to start your culinary journey and learn from the best in the industry. You will be a passionate and a highly energetic hospitality professional.

*The Ideal Candidate Must Have:*

  • Demonstrated experience in a commercial kitchen
  • Sushi experience is highly regarded
  • Ability to effectively follow instructions and absorb new information
  • Team player and display a positive attitude
  • Use correct techniques and follow procedures and recipes when preparing and cooking menu items
  • Foundation knife skills and understanding of basic cookery terms and techniques
  • Time management during preparation and service periods
  • Calm and composed demeanour
  • Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience

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.

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, visit

Lucas Collective is a company that values its people and its culture. 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.

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