Head Chef

Head Chef - Fine Dining Steakhouse

Upstairs at the Grill Chester

Up to £43,000 per year plus bonus and £8,000 per year tips

Upstairs at the Grill, a leading fine dining steakhouse in Chester, is recruiting an experienced Head Chef to lead its established kitchen team. Inspired by classic Manhattan steakhouses, we are known for premium steaks, fresh food, high-quality produce and a refined dining experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with a high-end or fine dining background looking for a well-supported leadership role with strong work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for kitchen management and operations
• Lead, train and develop a professional kitchen team
• Deliver a consistent, produce-led fresh food menu
• Menu development within an established, successful concept
• Manage food costs, GP, stock control, and kitchen financials
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role
• Background in fine dining, premium restaurants, or quality steakhouses
• Strong understanding of kitchen cost control and margins
• Passion for fresh ingredients and premium produce
• Calm, confident leader with high standards and attention to detail

What We Offer

• Up to £51,000 package, including Tip Jar
• Excellent work/life balance
• Stable, experienced kitchen brigade
• Career development and training where required
• Staff discounts across group restaurants
• Free meals on shift and enhanced family benefits

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Apply today to join one of Chester's most respected fine dining restaurants and take the next step in your Head Chef career.