Sous Chef

Ruth's Chris Steak House, established in 1965, is an iconic American steakhouse that has set the standard for premier dining experiences across the United States and internationally. Known for its commitment to serving high-quality steaks and exceptional culinary excellence, Ruth's Chris has grown into a renowned upscale dining destination beloved by both locals and tourists. The company prides itself not only on its food but also on fostering an empowering workplace culture that supports career growth, leadership, and employee development. With a focus on providing an unparalleled guest experience, Ruth's Chris combines fine dining with an inviting atmosphere where every detail is carefully crafted to exceed customer expectations.

The role offered is a key position within the culinary team at Ruth's Chris Steak House. This opportunity is ideal for a professional chef or kitchen leader eager to advance their hospitality career by joining a respected industry leader. The position features a competitive salary range between $58,000 and $75,000 per year and comes with an attractive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a management incentive performance plan, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, comprehensive training and leadership development programs, and dining discounts.

This culinary role involves significant responsibilities in food preparation, inventory management, staff supervision, and kitchen operations. The individual will be expected to perform daily raw and cooked food prep, work various kitchen stations such as pantry, broil, sides cook, or expediter as scheduled by the restaurant chef, and ensure the highest culinary standards are met. Responsibilities include conducting thorough walk-throughs of the operation before opening, performing weekly inventory checks, placing orders for kitchen supplies, supervising line cooks, expediting orders to maintain proper timing and food quality, and tracking product usage to ensure optimal inventory and prep levels.

The candidate will also lead staff meetings to address special daily requests, provide ongoing feedback to promote high standards and execution among back-of-house staff, and supervise kitchen operations in the chef's absence. Additional duties include assisting in maintaining safety, sanitation, and restaurant cleanliness standards, reviewing sales to support budget management, constructing weekly work schedules to meet business demands within labor budget constraints, and inspecting equipment to identify maintenance needs. This comprehensive culinary management position requires strong leadership skills, extensive culinary experience, and a dedication to excellence in a high-volume, upscale restaurant environment.

Joining Ruth's Chris Steak House means being part of a legacy brand committed to culinary innovation and guest satisfaction. The company supports its employees' professional growth with training programs designed to develop leadership skills, while creating a positive and motivating workplace. Employees benefit from a well-rounded compensation package and a culture that values teamwork, respect, and continuous learning. This role is perfect for candidates looking to take a next step in their culinary career by working at one of the country’s leading steakhouse chains and making a significant impact on the kitchen and dining experience.