" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePastry Sous Chef\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19163\"\u003e Hospitality / Travel / Tourism \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19164\"\u003e Chef \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19165\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19166\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 7/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with the industry\u0026#39;s best chefs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerous Staff Discounts across all Lucas venues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin an iconic and progressive restaurant group\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Lucas Collective:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eLucas Collective (formerly LUCAS Restaurants) is brought to you by restaurateur Chris Lucas. Proudly founder-owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is home\u0026nbsp;to the country\u0026rsquo;s most loved and acclaimed restaurant, bar and event brands - including Maison Bat\u0026acirc;rd, Society, Grill Americano, Kisume, Chin Chin, Hawker Hall, Yakimono, Baby Pizza and more.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Opportunity:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As Lucas Collective continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Head Pastry Chef to join our team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will lead the pastry kitchen, overseeing daily operations while driving creativity, consistency and excellence across all pastry offerings. You will play a key role in menu development, cost control and team leadership, ensuring the highest standards are maintained at all times.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a passionate and driven pastry professional who thrives in a fast-paced, premium dining environment.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal Candidate Must Have:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience as a Pastry Sous Chef or Senior Sous chef in an a-la-carte restaurant\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay creativity and a passion for all things pastry\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExemplary leadership skills with focus on staff development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly developed interpersonal skills with proven ability to build effective relationships\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent written and verbal communication skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdaptable to change\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolution focused and possess initiative\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWorking with Lucas Collective:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eAt Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that\u0026rsquo;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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterested?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick \u0026lsquo;Apply\u0026rsquo; and submit your updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details. For more information on what it\u0026rsquo;s like to work at Lucas Collective, visit\u0026nbsp;www.lucascollective.com. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2000419\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "