Senior Sous Chef | Maison Bâtard

About Maison Bâtard:
Opening this November 2024, Maison Bâtard is one of 2024's most highly anticipated openings. Flowing across four levels, Maison Bâtard features three signature offerings: Restaurant Bâtard, La Terrasse and Le Club, blending the enchanting essence of Paris with a classic Melbourne flair.

About Lucas Restaurants:
Home to Australia’s most beloved and acclaimed restaurants, including Chin Chin Melbourne and Sydney, Kisumé, Society, Yakimono, Grill Americano, Baby Pizza, Hawker Hall, Tombo Den and Carlotta. Australian in our approach and unbound by dining traditions, creating venues and experiences to be shared with others.
 
About the Opportunity:
Lead a team of high-performing and dedicated chefs. Ensure the highest standards of quality, consistency and efficiency of BOH operations. Your leadership will be key in establishing the operational foundations of Batard, guiding the team through the challenges of a new opening and setting the stage for long-term success.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have:

• Experience as a Senior Sous or Sous Chef in a premium a-la-carte restaurant
• Demonstrated success in leading a high-performing team
• Passion for global cuisine trends
• Understanding of financial budgets, food and labour costs is advantageous
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management, and food safety standards
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• A proactive, problem attitude with commitment to continuous learning
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure and fast-paced service periods
• Outgoing personality and genuine interest in the day-to-day operations
• Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts

Working with Lucas Restaurants:
People are at the core of our success. Lucas Restaurants is home to a culture that goes beyond our workplace. We exist to see our team succeed. Ongoing training, continuous development, and opportunities for growth; these are the elements we focus on providing each and every individual in our ever-growing team. Hospitality from the heart and respect for all defines our guiding values - we call it Lucas Hospitality.

Interested?
If you are looking to be part of a team that redefines Australia’s dining experiences, we want to hear from you.
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LUCAS Restaurants is a company that values its people. We offer competitive salaries, generous discounts in our venues and development opportunities to support and grow your hospitality career. Let Lucas Restaurants be your next career move www.lucas.online