Private Chefs for hire in Columbus, OH

Find private chefs who specialize in meal preparation, dietary customization and efficient kitchen management while possessing skills in culinary techniques, food safety and customer service. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Columbus, OH to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership13%
    Supervising Experience10%
    Communication Skills9%
  • Education level

    Associate's degree30%
    Bachelor's degree30%
    High school diploma or GED30%
  • Years of experience

    Less than 1 year2%
    3-5 years4%
    6-10 years26%
  • Current company

    Compass Group
    A Little Something Patisserie
    Ashford on Broad
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year18%
    1-2 years29%
    2-5 years29%

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Last updated: Jul 21, 2026

Private Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbus, OH: $90,939 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $46,411$178,189 yearly

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  • Executive Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseFood SafetyServsafeHACCP Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAmerican Cuisine
  • Culinary manager/ Ex Chef

    Gahanna, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    SafeCPPORegistered DietitianLean Six Sigma CertificationCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalEPA Refrigeration Certification

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingCasual Dining ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis Skills
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafeHACCP Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsMediterranean CuisineUpscale Casual ExperienceMexican Cuisine
  • Special Diets Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationLifeguard ExperienceLifeguard TrainingServsafe Food Handler CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager Certification

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementAmerican CuisineLeadershipOrganizational SkillsMexican Cuisine
  • Executive Chef

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Advanced Knife SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipJust-In-Time
  • Cook / Pantry Chef / Back Kitchen

    Columbus, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSDriver's LicenseServsafe

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsManagementRestaurant Management

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What's the average time to fill a private chef role?

The average time to fill a private chef role is 80 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do private chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a private chef include: leadership, supervising experience and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a private chef?

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

What are some job titles related to private chefs?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to private chefs include: sous chef, executive chef and cook / pantry chef / back kitchen.

What level of education is common for a private chef?

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

How many years of experience is common for a private chef?

Most private chefs have 26 years of professional experience.

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