Opening Chef de Partie / Commis — Shape a New Kitchen

Lucas Collective; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts across Lucas venues

Industry-leading training and master-<

Job summary

Lucas Collective is opening Noẽma in Melbourne’s CBD, inviting passionate Chef de Partie and Commis Chef candidates to join the founding team from day one. Be part of a brand-new kitchen, shape the guest experience, and evolve with a leading hospitality group.

Noẽma emphasizes modern Greek-inspired cuisine, Josper grilling theatre, and a high-performance kitchen culture. This is an exciting framework to grow your culinary career at Lucas Collective.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef in a premium kitchen
• Passion for cooking and delivering exceptional food
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations

Skills

Chef de Partie

Commis Chef

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Food safety

Attention to detail

Evenings/weekends

Kitchen knowledge

Job description

ONE OF MELBOURNE’S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RESTAURANTS IS COMING THIS NOVEMBER.

• Be part of something new
• Lead with impact
• Grow your career with Lucas Collective
  
  

ONE OF MELBOURNE’S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RESTAURANTS IS COMING THIS NOVEMBER.

Noẽma is the latest concept from Lucas Collective, bringing a fresh take on contemporary Mediterranean dining to Melbourne’s CBD.

Inspired 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.

Noẽma 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 Noẽma from day one.

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.

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.

About the Opportunity:

We're looking for passionate Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs to join the opening team at Noẽma. 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.

Location: Melbourne

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?

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

• 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
  
  

Your career doesn’t have to follow one path. With Lucas Collective, there are plenty of places to go.

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.

Click ‘Apply’ and submit your updated CV.

Join Lucas Collective. Be part of what’s next!