Waitstaff & Runners | Society

Lucas Restaurants; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas Collective, a premier Melbourne hospitality group, is seeking experienced section waitstaff or runners for Society and partner venues. Join a progressive team delivering outstanding guest experiences across premium dining spaces.

You will thrive on detail, multi-tasking, and professional presentation, with a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays. Lucas Collective offers competitive salaries, staff discounts, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience as section waitstaff or runner in premium restaurant.
• Demonstrated experience in exceeding guest expectations.
• Adaptable and able to multi-task.
• Passion for food and wine.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
• Professional presentation and strong communication.
• Able and willing to work a rotating roster including weekend, public holiday, opening and closing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive service to guests in premium dining spaces.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by anticipating needs and resolving issues.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and service throughout shifts.

Skills

Section waitstaff

Runner

Guest service

Attention to detail

Job description

Join Australia's most progressive restaurant group Award-winning restaurant Immediate start

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.

We are curious and innovative, forever redefining the boundaries of hospitality as we forge a new future at the intersection of lifestyle, culture and design.

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants and The Lucas Group, Lucas Collective is brought to you by restaurateur Chris Lucas.

About Society:

Grand yet intimate, Society has 180-degree views over Collins and Exhibition Streets encompassing distinct dining experiences – the Society dining room, customised private dining, the Lillian Terrace and a luxurious lounge bar with each space remaining independent in menu offerings. Situated at the centre of a globally recognised destination for fashion, the arts and commerce, combining international appeal with a distinctly Melbourne identity, the historic 80 Collins building will usher in a new era for LUCAS Restaurants.

Experience, skills and attributes:

• Experience as a section waitstaff or Runner in a premium restaurant
• Demonstrated experience in exceeding guest expectations
• Adaptable and able to multi-task
• Passion for food and wine
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong worth ethic and a "can do" attitude
• Professional presentation and strong communication
• Able and willing to work a rotating roster including weekend, public holiday, opening and closing shifts

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.