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

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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 recent 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 developStrong 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.

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

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📌 Chef de Partie & Commis | New Venue | Noẽma (Canberra)
🏢 Lucas Collective
📍 Canberra