Chef de Partie & Commis

Wishbone; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + tips

Career progression

Training & masterclasses

Dining discounts across venues

Supportive team

Job summary

Wishbone, Melbourne's forthcoming casual dining destination, is hiring Chef de Partie and Commis Chefs to join the opening team. Be part of a brand-new kitchen from day one and help deliver exceptional food with personality and hospitality.

Bring passion for cooking, strong technique, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced service. This role offers career growth, competitive pay, and a dynamic team environment in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef in a premium, quality-driven kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure service environment.

Responsibilities

• Join the opening team at Wishbone and contribute from day one.
• Help create exceptional food and memorable dining experiences.
• Support a brand-new kitchen with precision, speed and teamwork.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Communication

Job description

MELBOURNE’S NEXT BIG CASUAL DINING DESTINATION IS ARRIVING THIS NOVEMBER.

About Wishbone

Wishbone is the newest concept from Lucas Collective, the group behind some of Australia’s most iconic restaurants, bringing the energy of Hong Kong’s street food culture and neighbourhood diners to Melbourne’s CBD.

Think bold flavours, quality ingredients, a buzzing atmosphere and genuinely great hospitality - all brought together in a fast-paced new dining experience with plenty of personality.

We’re building the Wishbone team now. Join us from day one and play a part in launching one of Melbourne’s most exciting new openings.

About Lucas Collective

Home to some of Australia’s most iconic and acclaimed restaurants, Lucas Collective is one of the country’s leading hospitality groups, with a collection including Chin Chin, Kisumé, Hawker Hall, Maison Bâtard, Baby Pizza, Yakimono, Society, Grill Americano and Tombo Den.

About the Opportunity

We're looking for passionate Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs to join the opening team atWishbone. This is your chance to work alongside some of the industry's best, be part of a brand-new kitchen from day one, and help create exceptional food and memorable dining experiences.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef in a premium, quality-driven kitchen
• Passion for cooking and delivering exceptional food
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure service environment
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards
• Pride in maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient section
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Why Lucas Collective?

For more than 30 years, Lucas Collective has played a significant role in shaping Australia’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 Bâtard being named Australia’s Best New Restaurant in 2025, along with international recognition for excellence in food, wine and hospitality.

We invest in our people. You’ll have access to:

• Competitive salary + tips
• Genuine career progression across our growing collection of venues
• Industry-leading training, development and masterclasses
• Lucas Education and specialist wine and sake programs
• Opportunities to learn from award winning hospitality leaders
• Generous dining discounts across our venues
• A supportive, high-performing and collaborative team environment

Whether you’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’s most celebrated venues.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about hospitality, hungry to learn and ready to be part of something exceptional, we’d love to hear from you.