6 Research chef jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Research Chef Jobs in 2026

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To become a research chef, you may need a bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, chemistry, or a related field. However, many employers only require an associate degree or culinary school certificate. It is even possible to work your way up to the position with extensive experience in the field. Whether on-the-job or in an education program, you need to hone your culinary skills and study food science and product development. You can become a certified research chef through the Research Chefs Association. While there is not a required course, the RCA has different experience mandates based on your education level.

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Top Types Of Research Chef Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Research Chef positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Research And Development Chef

    Salary range: $77,500 - $116,500

    Research And Development Chef is a common job search query. Most salaries for Research And Development Chef jobs pay between $77,500 (25th percentile) and $116,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Research And Development Chef job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Research Development Chef

    Salary range: $77,500 - $116,500

    Research Development Chef is a common job search query. Most salaries for Research Development Chef jobs pay between $77,500 (25th percentile) and $116,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Research Development Chef job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Full Time Research Development Chef

    Salary range: $77,500 - $116,500

    Full Time Research Development Chef is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Full Time Research Development Chef jobs pay between $77,500 (25th percentile) and $116,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Full Time Research Development Chef job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Internship Research Development Chef

    Salary range: $30,000 - $40,000

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  • Menu Development

    Salary range: $88,000 - $121,500

    Menu Development is a typical job search query Most salaries for Menu Development jobs pay between $88,000 (25th percentile) and $121,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Menu Development job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Four Seasons Chef

    Salary range: $50,000 - $75,000

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  • Culinary Instructor

    Salary range: $44,000 - $63,000

    As a culinary instructor, also called a chef instructor, you often teach in culinary arts programs where students train to work in professional kitchens. Your job duties as a culinary educator include preparing lesson plans and demonstrating cooking techniques. You supervise students as they practice their new skills and provide feedback on their execution. As a culinary instructor, you may teach general skills courses or specialized classes like butchery, sauces, or classes on regional cuisines. As students advance, you help cultivate professionalism in your students and help them prepare to work in the industry.

  • No Experience Offshore Chef

    Salary range: $52,500 - $120,000

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  • Country Club Executive Chef

    Salary range: $71,500 - $98,500

    Country Club Executive Chef is a common job search query. Most salaries for Country Club Executive Chef jobs pay between $71,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Country Club Executive Chef job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Culinary Manager Salary

    Salary range: $44,000 - $65,000

    Culinary Manager Salary is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Culinary Manager Salary jobs pay between $44,000 (25th percentile) and $65,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Culinary Manager Salary job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.