Hy-Vee of Newton welcomed chef Dale Miller to their organization on Dec. 4. He has been in the culinary business for more than 35 years. Hy-Vee held a welcome party in their club room Thursday evening in his honor.

Miller has never worked in a retail environment before, but was excited for the change.

“It sounded interesting, and I applied,” Miller said. “I think it will be a lot of fun. I am excited to get to talk and get to know the customers. Hy-Vee carries a lot of products. They have a nice seafood department.”