Pastry Sous Chef — Opening Team for Two New Concepts

Lucas Collective; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas Collective is seeking an exceptional Pastry Sous Chef to join the opening team for Melbourne CBD's newest venues, Noẽma and Wishbone. You’ll help establish the pastry kitchen from day one, develop high‑quality desserts and mentor the pastry team.

Working closely with the Head Pastry Chef, you’ll uphold top standards of quality, creativity and consistency, and contribute to an outstanding dining experience as the brands grow with Lucas Collective.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef within a premium dining environment.
• Experience with Chinese and Mediterranean cuisine is highly regarded.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage, motivate, and communicate with a diverse team.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining food safety programs, including accurate documentation and compliance.
• Experience with staff rostering, inventory management, and ordering processes.
• Sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS/OH&S) standards, with the ability to monitor and enforce compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and a proactive approach to daily kitchen operations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering consistently high standards.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to perform efficiently during preparation and service periods.
• Calm, professional, and composed under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, public holidays, and both opening and closing shifts.

Skills

Pastry Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

Staff rostering

Inventory management

WH&S knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Calm under pressure

Flexible availability

Job description

Lucas Collective is seeking an exceptional Pastry Sous Chef to join the opening team for Melbourne CBD's newest venues, Noẽma and Wishbone. You’ll help establish the pastry kitchen from day one, develop high‑quality desserts and mentor the pastry team.

Working closely with the Head Pastry Chef, you’ll uphold top standards of quality, creativity and consistency, and contribute to an outstanding dining experience as the brands grow with Lucas Collective.