HEAD chef
Jonathan Miller
Jonathan Miller is no stranger to a kitchen, and as the head chef of V. Mertz, is no stranger to celebrating happiness through the form of food; something he considers of utmost importance when discussing his relationship with dining. Starting in kitchens 12 years ago, John has worked with many chefs, many cuisines, and many culinary styles. These experiences taught him what he considers the key to being a good chef , “To deliver a unique, creative experience, and make people happy.”
A Nebraska native, John got his start in the Omaha area at the age of 16. He later spent five years in Denver landing in a downtown steakhouse, Guard and Grace, known for its high-quality food and high volume. Upon returning to Omaha in 2019, John joined the team at V. Mertz. He notes the change of pace and focus on the fine details of food preparation and plate presentation as pivotal in his culinary journey. John is uniquely inspired by Asian cuisine and flavors, recognizing citrus, spice, and umami as key concepts he likes to work with in his own dish creation.
As head chef, he is excited to move the menu in different directions and stay committed to an ever-changing menu, exploring new flavors and styles of cooking. John’s passion is strongly apparent and simply executed in his devotion to the kitchen staff, the constant desire to make better, more delicious food, and to the overall experience of all who dine at V.Mertz. “I keep it simple,” says Jonn. “My main goal is to make really great food.”
