Chef Brian Ellis cultivated his passion for food and hospitality when he was a student at Johnson & Wales University. After receiving his degree in Culinary Arts, Brian worked in kitchens under Waldy Malouf at Beacon Restaurant, as well as Rocco DiSpirito at Union Pacific. Chef Ellis joined CTR as the Chef de Cuisine of Jane Restaurant in 2003. He then went on to become the first Executive Chef of the original Smith Restaurant when it opened in 2007. In Brian’s current role, he works consistently to develop seasonal and innovative takes on classic, comfort food dishes.
Current role