Chef Jobs at Hyatt with Visa Sponsorship

Hyatt hires Chefs across its full-service, lifestyle, and luxury hotel brands in the U.S., and the company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for culinary roles. If you're an international candidate pursuing a kitchen career in hospitality, Hyatt is one of the more accessible paths.

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Overview

Open Jobs30+
Top Visa TypeH-2B
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$56K
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsHyatt

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Executive Sous Chef
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Executive Sous Chef
Hyatt
Baltimore, Maryland
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
$78,600/yr - $96,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Other
10,000+

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Sous Chef
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Sous Chef
Hyatt
San Francisco, California
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Chefs & Cooks
Hospitality Management
$41.18/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Assistant Sous Chef
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Assistant Sous Chef
Hyatt
Carlsbad, California
Food Service
$27.00/hr
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None
10,000+

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Assistant Pastry Chef
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Assistant Pastry Chef
Hyatt
Carlsbad, California
Food Service
$56,800/yr - $75,000/yr
On-Site
Associate's
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Chef de Cuisine
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Chef de Cuisine
Hyatt
Koloa, Hawaii
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Chefs & Cooks
Hospitality Management
$76,700/yr - $115,300/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Chef Jobs at Hyatt Jobs

Align your credentials to U.S. culinary standards

Hyatt's culinary teams reference international culinary credentials during the H-1B petition process. Having your qualifications evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service before applying strengthens your case that your training meets the specialty occupation threshold.

Target Hyatt properties with full-service kitchens

Hyatt's full-service brands like Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt have larger culinary operations and dedicated HR infrastructure, making them more likely to initiate visa sponsorship than select-service properties where kitchen staffing is leaner and less specialized.

Search open Chef roles using Migrate Mate

Chef openings at Hyatt are spread across dozens of properties and rotate quickly. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Hyatt Chef roles that include visa sponsorship, so you're not manually sifting through listings that won't support your immigration status.

Understand the H-2B cap before applying seasonally

Some Hyatt resort properties use H-2B visas for seasonal culinary roles. H-2B has a congressionally capped annual allocation that fills fast, so if a recruiter mentions this pathway, confirm early in your conversations whether cap-subject slots are still available for your start date.

Request clarity on the LCA process at offer stage

Before signing anything, ask Hyatt's HR or immigration contact whether they've already filed a Labor Condition Application with DOL for your specific role and location. The LCA must be certified before your H-1B petition is filed, and delays here directly affect your start date.

Document your specialty to support the petition

USCIS scrutinizes Chef roles under H-1B because generalist cooking doesn't always meet the specialty occupation standard. Build a portfolio of your specific culinary focus, whether that's pastry, garde manger, or a regional cuisine, with letters from past employers confirming the technical depth of your work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hyatt sponsor H-1B visas for Chefs?

Yes, Hyatt sponsors H-1B visas for Chef roles, though not every property or position qualifies. H-1B requires the role to meet the specialty occupation standard, which means your culinary background needs to demonstrate a specific, degree-level focus rather than general kitchen experience. Full-service and luxury Hyatt properties are most likely to initiate this process.

How do I apply for Chef jobs at Hyatt?

Apply directly through Hyatt's careers portal, or use Migrate Mate to browse verified Chef openings at Hyatt that include visa sponsorship. When applying, tailor your resume to the specific culinary focus of the property and mention your visa status early in your cover letter so the recruiter can loop in HR and legal from the start.

Which visa types does Hyatt commonly use for Chef roles?

Hyatt uses several visa categories for culinary hires depending on the role and property. H-1B is used for specialized Chef positions requiring degree-level culinary expertise. H-2B covers seasonal kitchen roles at resort properties. F-1 OPT and CPT apply to culinary school graduates in their practical training window. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying culinary roles.

What qualifications does Hyatt expect from Chef candidates seeking sponsorship?

Hyatt typically expects a formal culinary degree or equivalent professional training, plus hands-on experience in a comparable full-service or luxury hotel kitchen environment. For visa purposes, your background needs to align closely with the specific role being offered. Generalist experience is harder to support through sponsorship than a defined specialty like pastry, sous chef, or a particular cuisine.

How do I think about the timeline between offer and work authorization?

From a signed offer to having work authorization in hand, the timeline depends heavily on which visa applies to your situation. H-1B petitions have a statutory October 1 start date tied to the annual cap, meaning you may wait several months after selection before you can begin. H-2B and OPT-based timelines are shorter but have their own filing windows. Confirm the expected pathway with Hyatt's HR team as early as possible in your process.

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