Head Pastry Chef

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Lucas Collective Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Sydney's most anticipated restaurant.
  • Join an iconic Australian restaurant group
  • Opening in October of 2025

About Grill Americano Sydney:
Set to open this spring, Grill Americano is Sydney's most anticipated restaurant. Blending old-world European elegance with a contemporary edge to deliver a refined and immersive dining experience, Grill Americano aims to bring a new level of sophisticated dining to Sydney's culinary scene.

About Lucas Collective:
Proudly founder-owned and led, Lucas Collective is an independent hospitality group behind some of Australia's most loved and acclaimed venues — including Chin Chin, Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, and Yakimono. Driven by curiosity and innovation, we continually redefine the boundaries of hospitality, shaping a new future at the intersection of lifestyle, culture, and design. Founded by leading restaurateur Chris Lucas, the group was formerly known as Lucas Restaurants and The Lucas Group.

About the Opportunity:
You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, assist with menu development and management of cost for your area. You will lead, motivate and supervise the team while ensuring quality and consistency. You must be energetic and enthusiastic with a real passion for your craft.

*The Ideal Candidate Must Have:*

  • Experience as a Pastry Head Chef, Senior Sous chef in an a-la-carte restaurant
  • Display creativity and a passion for all things pastry
  • Exemplary leadership skills with focus on staff development
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
  • A proactive, problem-solving attitude with commitment to continuous learning
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure and fast-paced service periods
  • Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts

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.

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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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