Top 13 / head chef Jobs in Columbus

Chef Consultant- TEMP APPOINTMENT
CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL OF FRANKLIN COUNTY INC —Columbus, OH
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
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SOUS CHEF 2- Ohio State University Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $22 an hour
- No experience needed
- English
- Mid-level
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Chef de Partie
Crew Life at Sea —Ohio
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
PF Changs —Columbus, OH
- $75,500 - $95,500 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Cook/Prep Cook
Levy Sector —Columbus, OH
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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PREP COOK
Levy Sector —Columbus, OH
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Maria Food Service LLC —Delaware, OH
- $16 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Fast casual restaurant
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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SOUS CHEF 2- Ohio State University Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Columbus, OH
Maintain certification through duration of employment. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers…
$18 - $22 an hour
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 2- Ohio State University Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Columbus, OH
Coordinates all training activities for kitchen, and other production and service employees, including the identification and analysis of training needs and the…
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Chef Consultant- TEMP APPOINTMENT
CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL OF FRANKLIN COUNTY INC —Columbus, OH
Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license. Training, typically requiring only entry-level experience. 2-year program, combines technical skill development with…
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SOUS CHEF 2- Ohio State University Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Columbus, OH
Maintain certification through duration of employment. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers…
$18 - $22 an hour
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Chef Consultant- TEMP APPOINTMENT

CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL OF FRANKLIN COUNTY INC -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Temporary
$30 - $35 an hour

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Contract Period: July 6, 2026 – August 7, 2026; and Sept. 8, 2026 – May 28, 2027

Essential Duties and Requirements:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Description Summary:
Responsible for training staff on culinary techniques to maintain Head Start Performance Standards and CACFP regulations requires a focus on scratch cooking, nutrient retention, and compliance with updated meal patterns that emphasize whole grains, lean proteins, and low-sodium, low-sugar ingredients. Training should empower food service staff to move beyond processed, convenience foods, utilizing methods like roasting, steaming, and sautéing to increase consumption of nutritious, appealing meals for young children.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Training & Education:
Using Nutrition Supplemental Curriculums approved by the Director of Nutrition Services, delivers evidence-based workshops to Head Start staff, parents, and children on food education, cooking techniques, and food safety to promote wellness.

Operational and Regulatory Compliance: Training staff in culinary techniques to ensure meals are both nutritious and compliant:

Healthy Cooking Methods: Emphasize baking, roasting, steaming, poaching, and sautéing. Training should empower food service staff to move beyond processed, convenience foods, utilizing methods like roasting, steaming, and sautéing to increase consumption of nutritious, appealing meals for Head Start children.

Nutrient Retention: Train staff to avoid overcooking vegetables, utilizing quick steaming to keep food crisp and preserving vitamins.

Scratch Cooking/Flavor Enhancement: Teach methods to reduce sodium and
added sugars by using herbs, spices, citrus, and aromatics instead of salt and
sauces high in sodium.

Menu Planning: Assist the food service team in developing, planning, and testing
recipes for nutritional value and student appeal.

Standardized Recipes: Re-train staff to use and trust standardized recipes,
including converting them to fit the number of children served, which ensures
nutritional consistency. Teaching staff about portion control and food waste
reduction.

Ingredient Substitution: Techniques for substituting whole grains for refined grains
and using healthier cooking oils.

Use of Modern Kitchen Equipment: Train staff in how to properly use and maintain
all modern commercial kitchen equipment.

Production Records: Ensure staff understand how to document recipes, food
substitutions, and meal quantities for audits.

Food Safety and Quality: Train on proper food holding temperatures and, for
vegetables, timing preparation to prevent overcooking under warmers.

Education:
An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Hospitality Management-Culinary Arts, usually a
2-year program, combines technical skill development with foundational management

training, typically requiring only entry-level experience. Alternatively, a 12-month Culinary
Arts Professional Certificate requires prior experience (2-3 years) and demonstrates
immediate competency.

Certification and License:
Ohio Food Protection Manager Certificate. Culinary Arts Professional Certificate. CPR/First
Aid card preferred. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license.

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