ABOUT US
28 Stories High. Infinite Stories Deep.
Stories on High is Columbus' tallest rooftop restaurant and lounge, towering 28 stories over High Street and offering 360-degree views of the city from our two terraces. It's the perfect date-night destination blending cultured conversation with uniquely crafted cocktails and Asian-inspired dishes.
Every item on our menu has a purpose – a story behind it and why it was curated specifically for the skybar. We invite our guests to discover those stories as they create their own through their experience at Stories on High.
MEET OUR TEAM...
Zach Warn
Executive Chef
Chef Zachery “Zach” Warn, Executive Chef of Restaurants, brings more than 25 years of fine-dining experience gained in acclaimed kitchens across the country. A California native and Coast Guard veteran, Warn built his career through hands-on learning and mentorship from renowned chefs from coast to coast. His passion for the culinary industry began at age fourteen as a dishwasher and prep cook. From there, he continued his self-taught journey by moving up the ranks and holding titles from line cook and sous chef to executive chef by age 21.
Born into a generational commercial fishing family, Warn grew up in Orange County. Later, his time in Napa Valley’s farm-to-table culinary scene further shaped the philosophy that continues to define his work today to cook from scratch with a deep respect for seasonal and sustainable ingredients. After moving to Las Vegas, NV in TK year, Warn became a chef at the Culinary Dropout at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. During his time in Las Vegas, Warn also held positions at Fix Restaurant & Bar at Bellagio Hotel, Amalfi by Bobby Flay at Caesars Palace, and was the Executive Chef of the renowned T-Bones Chophouse at Red Rock Casino. His dedication to quality and precision was further distinguished by preparing dishes at the White House for two different presidential administrations.
Paige Olson
Rooftop Manager
Paige brings a unique blend of military, retail leadership, and hospitality experience. After proudly serving six years in the United States Air Force, she built a successful career in retail management before joining the Stories on High team in 2023.
Outside of work, Paige enjoys staying closely connected with her family, exploring different cultures, practicing Spanish, and prioritizing personal wellness. Whether discovering new local restaurants, enjoying a picnic in the park, or sharing meaningful conversations with loved ones, she values experiences that bring people together.
Kalyeb Gordon
Chef de Cuisine
Kalyeb grew up in a Caribbean household and his passion for cooking began at a young age. Kalyeb's favorite cuisines are Japanese, French and food from his native country, Trinidad & Tobago. Some of Kalyeb's favorite dishes from Trinidad & Tobago are curry goat, corn souse (pickled meat in a tangy, spicy liquid), pelau (a one pot meal with rice, chicken and pigeon peas) and doubles (fried bread topped with curried chickpeas).
In his free time, Kalyeb enjoys hanging out with friends, eating at his favorite Pho spot, reading cookbooks and watching football.
Rustun Nichols
Beverage Director
Rustun comes to us via Brooklyn and Seattle. A relative newcomer to the Midwest, he brings 20+ years of hospitality experience. Most recently, Rustun served as the Beverage Director at Spring Studios, The Wythe Hotel, Our/New York Distillery and The AC Hotel in Columbus. While not mixing up new ideas for the bar or designing wine menus, Rustun enjoys time with his wife and daughter, a hard-fought pro-wrestling match, a daytime baseball game and bowl of Cincinnati Chili.