"We love to serve you."
About Us
Richard Ripp, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, founded The Restaurant Company in 1967 with 25 employees. Since then, the company has opened 19 innovative Arby's® restaurants in the Richmond metro area, as well as the acclaimed Can Can Brasserie in Carytown.
The Restaurant Company's success is based on simple principles - being friendlier, faster, more courteous and quicker to recognize the customer's wants and needs. That means aggressively pursuing innovations that take customer satisfaction to a new a level. We constantly expand our menu, introducing a variety of new products and concepts. Our famous Roast Beef sandwiches are joined by choices ranging from subs, market-fresh salads, rotisserie chicken, turkey specialities, fresh vegetable side dishes and creative appetizers.
From the beginning, The Restaurant Company has reflected the energy, innovation and vision of its founder. Richard Ripp's goal was to build a company that is among the most highly respected food operators in the market. Service is - and always has been - our most important product.
Our Chefs
Ed Ott
A graduate from Ohio State University with degrees in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Technology and Agriculture as well as a graduate from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY with a degree in Culinary Arts. With over 20 years of work experience in the food industry, Ed has performed research and development/product development for such national companies as Arby's® Restaurant Group, McDonald's Corporation and Pizza Hut.
He has continued to further his culinary background and knowledge with a period in fine dining and catering with such restaurants as 102 West (French Cuisine; Atlanta, GA) and for Eatzi's Market Bakery & Cafe in Dallas, Houston and Atlanta; a 10-15 million dollar restaurant concept offering gourmet, chef prepared meals, fresh baked breads and pastries. His other personal accomplishments include five U.S. patents for packaging, equipment and food process design. Originally from Ohio, he has lived and worked in Cleveland, Columbus, Wichita, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta and now Richmond.
Kenneth Barber
A graduate from The Culinary Institute of America with Certification in Culinary Education, Ken serves as the Chef Trainer for The Restaurant Company. Responsible for product development and training throughout the company he enjoys his challenging career with the Food Service and Hospitality industry utilizing his capabilities toward creativity and excellence in product, quality and presentation.
His more than 25 years of experience include Executive Chef at Market Cafe where he developed and implemented all phases of marketing, kitchen operation, and food production in a new concept Restaurant/Market. He was responsible for all phases of food production and kitchen operation. Executive Chef at The Tides Inn, Irvington, VA; Sous Chef, Wintergreen Resort, Wintergreen, VA and a Cook for the Army National Guard. Ken is a responsible, determined, creative individual motivated towards creativity and excellence in all that he does. He resides in Richmond with his wife Karen and enjoys cooking, motorcycling, sailing and skiing.
Community
Service is the cornerstone of The Restaurant Company. So naturally, being active in the community is important to us. Here are just a few places you'll find us helping out in and around the Richmond area.
Arby's® Weathernet
The company also has been a title sponsor of WeatherNet on WWBT/NBC12 since 1994. Through this program, local schools are provided with state-of-the-art weather stations for students to learn about meterology and science.
Arby's® Spirit Nights
We host Spirit Nights for community schools, sports clubs and churches and donate 12% to their organization.
Deep Run H.S. Dance Marathon
Our sponsorship raised $100,000 to benefit autism research.
Community Youth Theatre Fundraiser
We provided the meals for this annual fundraiser for youth theatre.
After-Prom Parties
We are a big Sponsor of almost all schools After Prom Parties to provide students a fun and safe place to go after prom.
CARITAS
We provide dinners and breakfasts at this local homeless shelter.
Contact Us
We welcome your comments. To contact The Restaurant Company, please direct your inquiry to:
Nel Bockelman
nbockelman@trcrichmond.com
804-358-2148 ext. 121
Mailing Address:
The Restaurant Company
1132 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23220
If you would like to contact an individual Arby's® store, please visit our Locations page.
Jobs
The Restaurant Company hires passionate food professionals who desire something different - something better. Arby's® has come to mean a lot more than just a great Roast Beef Sandwich: it's about clean, upscale and safe restaurants, fast friendly service you'd want for yourself and your family, and an innovative menu that is freshly made and served hot. As a result, our Associates enjoy exciting career opportunities, flexible hours and a fun working environment. If you're interested in providing a more sophisticated dining experience, we encourage you to apply for one of our exciting positions.
Regardless of where you decide to begin your career, there is mobility within our restaurants throughout the region. As an associate or restaurant manager, you will be supported with the tools and training needed to succeed in our dynamic organization. With strong performance, you can progress from associate to assistant manger to general manager and beyond.
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You may also send your resume to mmavilia@trcrichmond.com.
Benefits You Can Count On
- Excellent starting salary
- Great advancement opportunities
- Exceptional training program
- Comprehensive medical/dental/vision
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid vacations
- 410K plans
- Great hours, no late nights
- And much more!
