Buckeye Chef

About Us

Buckeye Chef is a Central Ohio–based private chef and catering company specializing in refined in-home dining experiences, curated celebrations, and elevated event catering. Founded by Chef Robert Olinger, Buckeye Chef delivers restaurant-quality cuisine directly to clients’ homes, vacation properties, and event venues throughout New Albany, Columbus, and beyond.

Services include private chef experiences, romantic dinners, family-style gatherings, vacation and Airbnb chef services, weekly meal preparation, wellness-focused specialty diets, and full-service catering for corporate events, weddings, retreats, and celebrations of life.

Each experience is thoughtfully designed with seasonality, presentation, and hospitality at the forefront. From multi-course plated dinners to shared-table gatherings and large-scale events, Buckeye Chef brings professionalism, creativity, and seamless execution to every occasion.

Proudly serving New Albany and surrounding communities, Buckeye Chef is committed to delivering exceptional food, elevated service, and memorable culinary experiences.