Influential Women Highlights Cynthia L. Romstadt: A Visionary Leader in Culinary Arts
Influential Women is proud to announce the inclusion of Cynthia L. Romstadt in its prestigious 2025 recognition series, recognizing her as an accomplished Executive Chef with over a decade of experience in culinary leadership. Currently serving as the Executive Chef at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, Cynthia has made a significant impact in the culinary world, exemplifying excellence, creativity, and mentorship.
Cynthia’s culinary journey began with an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts from Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. Her career took flight through a pivotal apprenticeship under Kyongran “Alex” Hwang, the 2011 National Pastry Chef of the Year, at Cherokee Town and Country Club. This formative experience ignited a lifelong passion for innovation in the kitchen, influenced by her early days of cooking to help her single father expand his culinary skills. These moments not only shaped her palate but also ignited her purpose.
Over the years, Cynthia has held prominent leadership positions at prestigious venues, including Cedar Rapids Country Club and Ox Yoke Inn, where she built a reputation for both creative culinary execution and operational excellence. As the Executive Chef at Colonial Country Club, she leads a talented culinary team of over 50 chefs and is responsible for orchestrating large-scale events, such as the renowned Charles Schwab Challenge PGA tournament. Her dedication to her craft has been recognized with numerous accolades, including two gold medals from ACF pastry competitions, a Mark Rosenstein Scholarship, and the honor of cooking at James Beard Foundation Dinners. Furthermore, Cynthia was named to Resort and Chef Magazine’s 2024 “40 Under 40” list and is actively pursuing her Executive Chef Certification.
Cynthia attributes her success to grit, motivation, drive, and hustle, qualities that have fueled her remarkable career. She recalls the best career advice she ever received: “In the kitchen, you aren’t a woman, you’re a chef,” a mindset that emphasizes skill and professionalism above all else. To young women entering the culinary industry, Cynthia advises focusing on hard work, mastering the basics, and starting at the bottom—never skipping steps or carrying a chip on your shoulder.
Despite the challenges posed by a changing industry landscape, where fewer individuals are willing to embrace physically demanding roles, Cynthia remains steadfast in her commitment to integrity. She views integrity as the cornerstone of effective team leadership and a guiding principle for making sound decisions, both personally and professionally.
Cynthia L Romstadt’s passion for culinary arts, her dedication to her team, and her relentless pursuit of quality continue to redefine leadership in the culinary world. Influential Women proudly highlights her contributions and celebrates her inspiring journey in the culinary world.
Through her Influential Women profile, https://influentialwomen.com/connect/cynthia-romstadt or through Colonial Country Club, https://www.colonialfw.com/public/personnel/cynthia-romstadt
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