" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior + Sous Chef | NEW Venue | Noẽma\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 Management / Supervisor \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 12/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eBourke Street, CBD Location\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMediterranean inspired cuisine\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpening in November 2026\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eONE OF MELBOURNE\u0026rsquo;S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RESTAURANTS IS COMING THIS NOVEMBER.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u0026#7869;ma\u003c/strong\u003e is the latest concept from Lucas Collective, bringing a fresh take on contemporary Mediterranean dining to Melbourne\u0026rsquo;s CBD.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eInspired by modern Greek cuisine, the menu will celebrate exceptional produce, bold flavours and the theatre of Josper-grilled cooking, all within a striking new venue spanning a main dining room, intimate basement and private dining spaces.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eNo\u0026#7869;ma is a restaurant being created from the ground up, and this is a rare opportunity to join from the very beginning - helping shape the team, culture and guest experience that will define No\u0026#7869;ma from day one.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Lucas Collective\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eHome to some of Australia\u0026rsquo;s most iconic and acclaimed restaurants, Lucas Collective is one of the country\u0026rsquo;s leading hospitality groups, with a collection including Chin Chin, Kisum\u0026eacute;, Hawker Hall, Maison B\u0026acirc;tard, Baby Pizza, Yakimono, Society, Grill Americano and Tombo Den.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e For more than 30 years,\u003c/em\u003e Lucas Collective has played a significant role in shaping Australia\u0026rsquo;s hospitality landscape, developing restaurants that challenge convention, establish new benchmarks and become destinations in their own right. Our venues have earned top Australian hospitality awards, including Maison B\u0026acirc;tard being named Australia\u0026rsquo;s Best New Restaurant in 2025, along with international recognition for excellence in food, wine and hospitality.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Opportunity:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eWe are looking for the industry\u0026rsquo;s best Sous Chefs to join our opening team in Melbourne. Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, utilising your skills \u0026amp; experience. You will be responsible for ensuring that every section of the kitchen operates to efficiency by planning, organising, supervising and coaching the team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/div\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal Candidate:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience as a Sous Chef in premium restaurant\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of contemporary Mediterranean cuisine, with Greek and live-fire experience highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective management and communication of diverse team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in managing and maintaining food safety program including documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRostering and ordering experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor and supervise OH\u0026amp;S standards and procedure\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to build and maintain effective relationships\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine interest in the day to day operations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutstanding time management during preparation and service periods\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCalm and composed demeanour\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull availability, able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Lucas Collective?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We invest in our people. You\u0026rsquo;ll have access to:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine career progression across our growing collection of venues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustry-leading training, development and masterclasses\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLucas Education and specialist wine and sake programs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities to learn from award winning hospitality leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerous dining discounts across our venues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive, high-performing and collaborative team environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour career doesn\u0026rsquo;t have to follow one path. With Lucas Collective, there are plenty of places to go.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eWhether you\u0026rsquo;re looking to take the next step in your career or build a long-term future in hospitality, Lucas Collective gives you the opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the industry, across some of Australia\u0026rsquo;s most celebrated venues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Join Us?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eIf you\u0026rsquo;re passionate about hospitality, hungry to learn and ready to be part of something exceptional, we\u0026rsquo;d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eClick \u0026lsquo;\u003cstrong\u003eApply\u0026rsquo;\u003c/strong\u003e and submit your updated CV.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eJoin Lucas Collective. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe part of what\u0026rsquo;s next!\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \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=\"2001669\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "