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Even at an early age, Executive Chef Geoff Kelty of Eddie Merlot’s in Columbus, Ohio has had a passion for cooking. The son of a pastry chef, Kelty grew up decorating and delivering cakes, pastries and pies. After years of baking and cooking for his family, he began working at a restaurant at 16. The organized, yet chaotic atmosphere drew him in immediately and he decided to pursue a career as a chef.
In 2004, Kelty graduated from Ivy Tech Community College in Fort Wayne, Ind. with a double major in Culinary Arts and Baking and Pastry Arts. During his schooling, he spent three summers in Europe, traveling and cooking in France, Italy, Germany and Spain. Upon graduation, he since has gone back to Ivy Tech to teach a number of cooking classes, focusing on Italian and American Cuisine.
Kelty has been with Eddie Merlot’s since its inception in 2001, advancing from line cook to Executive Chef. He has been recognized by both the National Restaurant Association and Plate Magazine.
