A new steakhouse in downtown Ann Arbor will bring 70-90 jobs to the area in addition to top flight filets and porterhouses.
Ruth's Chris Steak House is scheduled to open in late spring in the location at 314 S. Fourth Ave., which was Dream Nite Club before a $2.2 million renovation added a second story and additional square footage. Construction is ongoing and on schedule, with mostly just fine-tuning remaining to take place between now and the opening, says Rohit Mehra, the location's general manager.
"It is one of the top fine dining restaurants in the world, with the emphasis on quality ingredients," he says. "We're bringing our passion, our dedication, and our cuisine to Ann Arbor."
Mehra explains that the location started hiring in November and has already brought on a bit more than half of the 70-90 employees needed in both the front and back of the house. Plus, they're looking to bring on the services of local vendors -- Zingerman's is on board to provide the restaurant’s bread, for example -- which will trickle down for an additional economic boost.
"When I bring 20 vendors to my restaurant, they need to hire more people," he says. "It's a chain that keeps the ball rolling."
He plans on getting the restaurant involved with local charities and nonprofits, as well. "The most exciting part about coming to Ann Arbor, is being part of the local community," he says.
The chain, known for its steaks and seafood, has about 150 locations worldwide.
Source: Rohit Mehra, Ruth's Chris Steak House
Writer: Kristin Lukowski
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