Head Chef – Shed Grill & Seafood | Belfast City Centre
Shed Grill & Seafood is a busy, high-quality steakhouse in the heart of Belfast City Centre, part of the Shed Group — a hospitality brand with over 8 years in the industry. Shed Grill & Seafood itself opened in September 2025 and has been going from strength to strength ever since. We're now looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen as we continue to grow. With a strong summer ahead and Christmas already shaping up to be exceptionally busy, this is a great time to come on board and make the role your own.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership position. You'll run the day-to-day operation of a busy kitchen, working closely with our Executive Chef to maintain and elevate the standard our guests expect. We want someone who takes ownership — of the team, the food, and the operation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Day-to-day management and leadership of the kitchen team
- Stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
- Due diligence, food safety compliance, and maintaining hygiene standards
- Rota management and kitchen organisation
- Collaborating with the Executive Chef on menu development — we're open to your ideas
- Maintaining food quality and consistency across every service
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Head Chef
- Strong knowledge of a steakhouse or grill-focused kitchen (seafood experience a plus)
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- A calm, professional approach under pressure
- High standards around punctuality and work ethic — you set the tone for your team
- Someone who leads by example and takes pride in their kitchen
What We Offer
We've built something we're genuinely proud of at Shed — a workplace where people actually want to stay. Our staff turnover is low, and that's not by accident.
- Competitive salary — commensurate with experience
- Paid overtime when it's needed — we don't expect you to work for free
- Staff meals provided on every shift
- Quarterly staff day and night out — we invest in the team beyond the kitchen
- A positive, relaxed working environment — professional and high-standard, but never toxic
- A stable, well-established group behind you with 8+ years in the city
How to Apply
If you're a Head Chef who takes pride in their craft, leads with integrity, and wants to be part of a kitchen that respects your time and effort — we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £42,000.00-£48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
