Head Chef & Culinary Leader — Menu & Team Growth

Romasowatonna; Owatonna, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Pet Insurance

Employer paid Life/LTD

Fully vested 401k

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Job summary

Romas in Owatonna, MN is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality food, and lead the culinary team toward exceptional guest service, sanitation, safety, and financial performance.

This role collaborates with the General Manager and other leaders to develop menus, manage food and labor costs, train staff, uphold company standards, and drive a professional, positive kitchen culture that delivers

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional culinary experience with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including preparation, cooking, plating, and service.
• Ensure food is prepared consistently according to recipes, specs, and presentation standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and rotation; manage inventory and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety

Team development

Education

Culinary degree or training

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Romas in Owatonna, MN is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality food, and lead the culinary team toward exceptional guest service, sanitation, safety, and financial performance.

This role collaborates with the General Manager and other leaders to develop menus, manage food and labor costs, train staff, uphold company standards, and drive a professional, positive kitchen culture that delivers