Commis Chef | Yakimono

Lucas Restaurants; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakimono, part of the Lucas Collective family, is seeking a Commis Chef to start your culinary journey in a fast-paced kitchen. You will learn from skilled cooks, follow recipes, and contribute to a dynamic team in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.

Join a supportive, energetic environment with on-the-job training, opportunities to advance, and exposure to a renowned hospitality group that values growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen is required.
• Grill experience is highly regarded.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn quickly.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Follow procedures and recipes when preparing menu items.
• Foundation knife skills and basic cookery terms.
• Good time management during prep and service.
• Calm and composed demeanour.
• Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Grill experience

Team player

Knife skills

Time management

Follow instructions

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

Supportive team with ongoing, paid training Immediate start available Fun, rewarding and fast paced environment

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 Collective family in late 2021.

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.

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.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have

• Demonstrated experience in a commercial kitchen
• Grill 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.

For more information on what it’s like to work at Lucas Collective, visit www.lucascollective.com.

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.