Executive Chefs for hire in Columbus, OH

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    847

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    15%
    Time Management
    10%
    Analysis Skills
    9%
  • Education level

    Associate's degree
    40%
    Bachelor's degree
    31%
    High school diploma or GED
    21%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Sodexo
    • Compass group
    • HILTON COLUMBUS DOWNTOWN
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    57%
    1-2 years
    29%
    More than 5 years
    14%

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Last updated: Nov 5, 2026

Executive Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbus, OH: $95,472 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $73,135 – $124,631 yearly
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  • Executive Sous Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    TIPSDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAmerican CuisineTime Management
  • Supervisor, Lead Trainer, Executive Sous Chef

    Gahanna, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Series 7Food Safety CertificationTeaching CertificationDriver's LicenseCPAFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsManagementLeadershipAmerican CuisineTime Management
  • Culinary manager/ Ex Chef

    Gahanna, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    SafeCPPOSupply Chain ManagementRegistered DietitianLean Six Sigma CertificationCertified Supply Chain Professional+22 more

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Head Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationCOTA

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAmerican CuisineFast Casual ExperienceTime Management
  • Executive Chef

    Canal Winchester, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAssistant Manager ExperienceCasual Dining Experience
  • Executive Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsFast Casual ExperienceUpscale Casual Experience

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What's the average time to fill an executive chef role?

The average time to fill an executive chef role is 58 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do executive chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an executive chef include: leadership, time management and analysis skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for executive chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for executive chefs include: Servsafe Certification, Food Handler Certification and Driver's License.

What are some job titles related to executive chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to executive chefs include: concierge, executive sous chef and executive chef/sub-regional chef.

What level of education is common for an executive chef?

Associate's degree is the most common level of education for an executive chef in Columbus, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an executive chef?

Most executive chefs have 18 years of professional experience.

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