Cook Jobs in Columbus

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GGoodfellas Pizzeria Short North
Pizza Cook
Goodfellas Pizzeria Short North
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Goodfellas Pizzeria seeks a skilled Pizza Cook to join their team in a fast-paced environment. They want a detail-oriented individual who can deliver high-quality dishes. Authentic New York-style pizza experience is a plus.

Apply now → 2 days ago
WWolfgang Puck Kitchen Counter
Line Cook 1
Wolfgang Puck Kitchen Counter
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Wolfgang Puck's renowned restaurant seeks a skilled line cook to join its culinary team. A passionate and aspiring individual is desired to help deliver exceptional dining experiences. Outstanding culinary opportunities are available.

Apply now → 5 days ago
WWild Eggs Hamilton
Prep Cook - Hamilton Location
Wild Eggs Hamilton
Cook📍 Columbus$14–$18/hr

Wild Eggs Hamilton seeks a skilled Prep Cook for full or part-time work at $14-$18/hour. A team player with culinary expertise is needed. Competitive pay and immediate interviews are available.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
WWild Eggs Hamilton
Line Cook - Hamilton Location
Wild Eggs Hamilton
Cook📍 Columbus$15–$20/hr

Wild Eggs in Hamilton seeks a skilled line cook for full or part-time work, paying $15-$20 hourly. A team player with culinary expertise is needed. Competitive pay and immediate interviews are available.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
BBrothers Bar & Grill
Server
Brothers Bar & Grill
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Brothers Bar & Grill in Columbus seeks part-time servers. The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent communication skills. Part-time positions are available immediately.

Apply now → 5 wks ago
BBrothers Bar & Grill
Floor Staff & ID Checkers
Brothers Bar & Grill
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Brothers Bar & Grill in Columbus seeks part-time Floor Staff for immediate hire. They're looking for energetic team players to join their crew. Opportunities for advancement and competitive pay are available.

Apply now → 5 wks ago
BBrothers Bar & Grill
Restaurant Cook
Brothers Bar & Grill
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Brothers Bar & Grill in Columbus seeks skilled cooks to join their team. The ideal candidate is a team player with culinary expertise. Immediate openings are available.

Apply now → 5 wks ago
CCaesars Entertainment
Dash Cafe Cook l - Eldorado Scioto Downs
Caesars Entertainment
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Dash Cafe seeks a skilled cook to prepare high-quality food while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. The ideal candidate has working kitchen knowledge and strong mechanical skills. Scioto Downs offers a professional culinary environment.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
EEldorado Scioto Downs
Banquet Cook - Eldorado Scioto Downs ( Columbus,OH)
Eldorado Scioto Downs
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Eldorado Scioto Downs seeks a skilled Banquet Cook to prepare high-quality food for guests. The ideal candidate has working kitchen knowledge and strong mechanical skills. This role involves skilled kitchen duties and instruction of subordinate employees.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
EEldorado Scioto Downs
Clubhouse Cook - Eldorado Scioto Downs ( Columbus, Oh)
Eldorado Scioto Downs
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Eldorado Scioto Downs seeks a skilled cook with basic kitchen knowledge and mechanical skills to prepare high-quality food in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has one year of food service experience and understands culinary terms, sanitation skills, and equipment operation. Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure are required.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
CCaesars Entertainment
Trattoria Cook I- Eldorado Scioto Downs
Caesars Entertainment
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Trattoria at Eldorado Scioto Downs seeks a skilled cook to oversee culinary operations and train staff. This role requires strong kitchen knowledge and mechanical skills to prepare high-quality dishes. A professional and instructional approach is expected.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
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Restaurant Cook, GasWerks
GasWerks, Columubus, OH
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

GasWerks, Columbus, OH, is seeking qualified cooks to join our team. We currently have openings for both after

Apply now → 8 wks ago
EEldorado Scioto Downs
Brew Brothers Cook
Eldorado Scioto Downs
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Brew Brothers seeks a skilled cook to oversee culinary operations, ensuring proper food preparation and handling. The ideal candidate has working kitchen knowledge and strong mechanical skills. They will perform various kitchen duties and train staff.

Apply now → 9 wks ago
DDeweys Pizza Grandview
Pizza Maker
Deweys Pizza Grandview
Cook📍 Columbus$15–$18/hr

Dewey's Pizza seeks a skilled Pizza Maker to craft high-quality pies. A team player with a passion for food is a must. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth are offered.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
BBlackSheep
Line Cook
BlackSheep
Cook📍 ColumbusOpen to discussion

Black Sheep Columbus seeks a skilled Line Cook to join its culinary team, preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and able to maintain cleanliness and quality standards. Previous line cook experience is preferred.

Apply now → 13 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a cook job in Columbus?
The fastest route in Columbus is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Columbus bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cook in Columbus?
Plenty of Columbus venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most cook jobs here.
How much do cooks make in Columbus?
Columbus kitchens stay busy from the Short North to Easton — a fast-growing restaurant scene keeps line cooks in steady demand. Most working Columbus cooks take home roughly $16–$26 an hour.
What is Startender?
Startender is a private, invite-only network where Columbus venues discover and book hospitality talent directly — bartenders, servers, cooks, chefs, hosts and more. It’s free for talent: build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found by real restaurants, bars and clubs.

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