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Ruth's Chris Steak House, a renowned name in the American dining industry, was established in 1965 and remains a leader in premier dining experiences and workplace culture. Known for its commitment to exceptional quality and customer satisfaction, Ruth's Chris has set the standard for upscale steakhouse cuisine across the United States and beyond. This upscale restaurant chain emphasizes not only culinary excellence but also fosters an empowering workplace environment where employees can grow and thrive. Recognized for its consistent delivery of top-tier steaks and service, Ruth's Chris continues to attract passionate professionals dedicated to hospitality and innovation in the culinary world. This position offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to elevate their careers by joining a company deeply invested in employee growth and development. Offering an attractive salary range between $58,000 and $75,000 per year, candidates are invited to become part of a team that values leadership, skill mastery, and operational excellence. The role involves performing essential kitchen and supervisory tasks, including food preparation, inventory management, and line supervision, all while maintaining Ruth's Chris's standards for quality, safety, and efficiency. Along with a competitive salary, the company provides comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, a management incentive performance plan, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, training programs, and dining discounts. This leadership role requires hands-on involvement with the kitchen team and entails responsibilities that ensure smooth daily operations. Key duties include preparing various food items, managing inventory and orders for meats, seafood, poultry, and more, supervising line cooks, conducting daily operational walk-throughs, expediting orders, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen. The position also calls for strategic planning such as creating weekly work schedules, budget management, and staff coordination to meet the demands of a fast-paced, high-volume, upscale restaurant environment. Candidates must be prepared to provide guidance and feedback to the kitchen staff and act as the Chef's direct substitute in overseeing kitchen operations when necessary. Successful candidates will bring extensive experience working in high-volume, upscale restaurant settings, with formal culinary training and business education considered advantageous. Proficiency across multiple kitchen stations is essential, along with ServSafe Food Certification or its equivalent. This role is ideal for driven culinary professionals with leadership abilities who are passionate about upholding the highest culinary standards in an environment recognized for excellence. Besides valuable career advancement, employees benefit from leadership development programs, performance-based incentives, and a supportive workplace culture designed to nurture talent and encourage professional achievement.

• Experience cooking in a high-volume, upscale concept restaurant
• Ability to lead kitchen staff effectively
• Proficient and cross-trained in all kitchen job stations and cooking skills
• Servsafe Food Certification or equivalent
• Ability to conduct inventory and place orders
• Knowledge of kitchen safety, security, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
• Ability to monitor food quality and kitchen operations
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills
• Ability to supervise and provide feedback to staff
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays