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    ByLocal Market Research Team
    Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
    Updated January 15, 2026
    Hospitality
    Columbus, OH

    Kitchen Porter Jobs in Columbus

    Temp and flexible kitchen porter positions in Columbus pay $12.00-$14.08/hr — 7% below the national average, with a cost of living 12% below the U.S. baseline.

    $12-$14

    Per Hour

    $522

    Weekly (40hrs)

    88

    Cost Index

    EST

    Time Zone

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    Quick Facts

    Top Industries in Columbus

    Logistics
    Retail
    Insurance
    Hospitality

    Monthly Costs

    1-Bed Rent$1200
    Groceries$310
    Transport$75
    More about Columbus

    About Kitchen Porter Jobs in Columbus

    Kitchen Porters in Columbus earn $12.00-$14.08/hr, below the national average.

    Kitchen Porters keep commercial kitchens running smoothly by washing dishes, cleaning equipment, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and assisting with basic food prep tasks.

    Most kitchen porter positions in Columbus are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

    Kitchen Porter Pay: Columbus vs Nearby Cities

    CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
    Columbus, OH$12–$14/hr88$1,200
    Chicago, IL$13–$17/hr107$1,700
    Cincinnati, OH$12–$13/hr84$1,150
    Cleveland, OH$12–$13/hr82$1,000
    Detroit, MI$12–$14/hr89$1,050
    Worker Proprietary Metric

    Worker Affordability Score

    Calculated for Kitchen Porter in Columbus

    1.7x
    Challenging
    92
    Hours to pay rent
    58%
    Rent / gross income
    42
    Monthly disposable
    13% less affordable than US national average

    Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

    What You’ll Actually Earn in Columbus

    Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
    Gross monthly$2,259
    Est. taxes (~22%)-$497
    Take-home$1,762
    After Essential Costs
    1-Bed Rent$1,200
    Groceries + transport$385
    Remaining$177

    Based on avg Kitchen Porter rate of $13.04/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, and utensils
    • Deep clean kitchen equipment and surfaces
    • Dispose of waste and manage recycling
    • Assist with basic food preparation
    • Receive and organize deliveries

    Skills & Requirements

    Key Skills
    Cleaning efficiency
    Physical stamina
    Time management
    Attention to detail
    Teamwork
    Requirements
    • Physical fitness and stamina
    • Ability to work in hot, fast-paced environment

    Earnings Calculator for Columbus

    Calculate Your Kitchen Porter Earningsin Columbus
    $13/hr
    $12/hr$14.08/hr
    25 hr
    5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
    Weekly
    $475
    Monthly
    $2,057
    Yearly
    $24,700

    Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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    Career Path from Kitchen Porter

    Kitchen Porter

    0-1 years

    Commis Chef

    1-3 years

    Chef de Partie

    3-5 years

    Sous Chef

    5+ years

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    Data Sources & Methodology

    The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

    1. [1]
      BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
    2. [2]
      BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
    3. [3]
      Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
    4. [4]
      Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
    5. [5]
      MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
    6. [6]
      DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

    Data Freshness

    CategoryCost of Living
    Last Updated2026-01-15
    Next Update2027-01-15

    We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

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