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Temp and shift workers in Columbus earn $13–$20/hr across Logistics, Retail, Insurance, with a cost of living 12% below the national average (BLS, 2024).
Columbus is Ohio's capital and largest city, featuring a diverse economy with strong logistics, retail, and hospitality sectors. The city offers affordable living and steady work.
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Support bartenders and keep the bar running smoothly
$10.56 - $15.84/hr
Craft specialty coffee drinks and serve customers
$11.44 - $16.72/hr
Mix drinks, serve customers, and manage bar operations
$13.2 - $22/hr
Serve guests and deliver exceptional dining experiences
$10.56 - $17.6/hr
Lead a kitchen station and prepare quality dishes
$14.96 - $22.88/hr
Start your kitchen career - learn cooking basics on the line
$12.32 - $16.72/hr
Learn culinary skills while assisting experienced chefs
$12.32 - $16.72/hr
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and support the team
$10.56 - $14.08/hr
Clean dishes and support kitchen operations
$10.56 - $14.96/hr
Greet guests and manage restaurant seating
$10.56 - $15.84/hr
Deliver food from kitchen to tables
$10.56 - $14.96/hr
Clear tables and support restaurant service
$9.68 - $14.08/hr
Prepare dishes on the cooking line
$13.2 - $19.36/hr
Prepare ingredients for kitchen service
$11.44 - $15.84/hr
Serve food and drinks at catered events
$13.2 - $22/hr
Serve guests at large events and banquets
$14.08 - $22.88/hr
Welcome guests, run check-in/check-out, and resolve issues at the front desk
$13.2 - $19.36/hr
All-around kitchen support - prep, expo, dish, and line backup
$12.32 - $16.72/hr
Working supervisor - run a shift, coach the team, fix problems on the floor
$15.84 - $24.64/hr
Based on average flexible worker wages in Columbus
Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.
Based on an average wage of $16.50/hour, here is a rough monthly budget in Columbus:
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