Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $73,000.00 - $79,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
management incentive performance plan
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid Time Off
training and leadership development program
Dining Discounts

Job Description

Ruth's Chris Steak House is an iconic American steakhouse brand that has been synonymous with premier dining experiences since its inception in 1965. Known for its commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional service, Ruth's Chris has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, offering guests a unique and memorable dining atmosphere. This esteemed company prides itself on fostering an empowering workplace culture that supports career growth and development for all its employees. With a reputation for excellence and a focus on employee satisfaction, Ruth's Chris Steak House is an excellent place for hospitality professionals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The Executive Chef role at Ruth's Chris Steak House is a pivotal position responsible for managing the culinary team and upholding the highest standards of food quality and safety. The Executive Chef plays a crucial role in overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring guests receive exceptional dining experiences while maintaining profitability and compliance with health and safety regulations. This position requires a passionate and skilled culinary leader who will direct food preparation, manage inventory, control costs, and support event planning logistics. The Executive Chef is also tasked with fostering a positive and productive work environment, providing training and mentorship to team members, and ensuring alignment with the brand's prestigious culinary standards.

As an Executive Chef, you will be at the forefront of all culinary activities, leading the team with expertise and operational support. Your leadership will contribute directly to the restaurant's success through growth in sales and profitability. This role demands a versatile culinary professional proficient in all cooking positions and skilled at managing the day-to-day functions of the kitchen. You will have the responsibility to recruit and retain talented back-of-house personnel, schedule staff efficiently, and uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness, safety, and sanitation consistent with Ruth's Chris Steak House's commitment to excellence.

This full-time position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $73,000 to $79,000, reflecting the level of expertise and leadership required. Ruth's Chris Steak House also provides comprehensive benefits to support the well-being and professional growth of its team members, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a management incentive performance plan, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, training and leadership development programs, dining discounts, and a state benefits overview. The Executive Chef role is an exciting opportunity for a motivated culinary professional to join a renowned company dedicated to fostering team loyalty, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.

Job Requirements

  • Formal business education or a restaurant management degree a plus
  • Demonstrate exceptional guest service mentality
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve conflict and provide mentorship to hourly team members
  • Illustrate effective organization and time management skills
  • Successful completion of corporate training program required

Job Qualifications

  • Formal business education or a restaurant management degree a plus
  • Demonstrate exceptional guest service mentality
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve conflict and provide mentorship to hourly team members
  • Illustrate effective organization and time management skills
  • Successful completion of corporate training program required

Job Duties

  • Proactively recruit hire and provide initial training as well as on-going training for all BOH personnel
  • Perform line checks to ensure proper quality and quantity of food
  • Inspect orders as they arrive to ensure completeness and quality
  • Inspect all aspects of the kitchen operation and storage to ensure they meet Ruth's Chris high standards of excellence safety and sanitation
  • Manage the financial results of the kitchen in order to drive profitability of the restaurant
  • Purchase inventory according to sales volumes forecasted sales shelf life and PARs
  • Proficient in all cooking positions and cooking skills
  • Ensure proper scheduling and staffing of team to maintain the efficiency productivity and profitability of the operation
  • Actively source talent to build a winning team
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings holidays and weekends

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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