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Get Access To All JobsABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:
Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought – preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus.
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&D), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&D has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R&D provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&D provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&D is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&D strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.
“Students (Customers) First” is R&D’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&D’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”
R&D’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&D is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.
This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.
JOB PURPOSE:
- Oversee all culinary-related activities of food service operations and have responsibility for a campus region's systematic performance. Work in conjunction with the designated food service managers and chefs to meet revenue and expense goals.
CORE DUTIES:
- Lead recipe and menu planning by creating theme menus and recipes that align with organizational business optimization, quality, and customer service standards.
- Promote health and safety standards by ensuring all operations are delivering effective and complete food safety and hygiene programs and by performing real-time assessments on program completion.
- Lead comprehensive business optimization by reviewing and analyzing operations' inventory practices, designating changes and monitoring implementation, systematically integrating with organizational quality, safety, storage, certifications, and waste management goals, ensuring facilities' equipment is maintained and forecasting necessary replacements, overseeing and ensuring operations are controlling labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control, and overseeing and reviewing forecasting and strategic budgeting.
- Lead and model effective employee and staff relations by evaluating, leading, motivating, coaching, and providing corrective action for direct reports.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
- Accredited college program or degree, preferably specializing in a culinary program, or combination of education and relevant experience. Seven years of culinary management experience directing a large staff/multi-meal plan location/large volume cooking.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to execute creative menu development.
- Ability to apply business optimization principles and techniques across the organization.
- Ability to champion innovative ideas and concepts by utilizing cutting edge trends and maintaining current industry standards.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to harmoniously and professionally manage and work with co-workers and supervisors.
- Ability to operate computer equipment and food and beverage computer systems.
- Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
- Understanding and ability to apply local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws.
- Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.
- Understanding and application of basic training techniques.
Certifications and Licenses:
- ServSafe CA Certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Constantly stand, walk, chop and mix.
- Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 50.
- Ability to see food presentation and taste all types of food (glutens, dairy, all protein, vegetables, and starches).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Scheduled days and work hours may vary based on operational need.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $105,000 to $115,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You:
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:
Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought – preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus.
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&D), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&D has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R&D provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&D provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&D is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&D strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.
“Students (Customers) First” is R&D’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&D’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”
R&D’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&D is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.
This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.
JOB PURPOSE:
- Oversee all culinary-related activities of food service operations and have responsibility for a campus region's systematic performance. Work in conjunction with the designated food service managers and chefs to meet revenue and expense goals.
CORE DUTIES:
- Lead recipe and menu planning by creating theme menus and recipes that align with organizational business optimization, quality, and customer service standards.
- Promote health and safety standards by ensuring all operations are delivering effective and complete food safety and hygiene programs and by performing real-time assessments on program completion.
- Lead comprehensive business optimization by reviewing and analyzing operations' inventory practices, designating changes and monitoring implementation, systematically integrating with organizational quality, safety, storage, certifications, and waste management goals, ensuring facilities' equipment is maintained and forecasting necessary replacements, overseeing and ensuring operations are controlling labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control, and overseeing and reviewing forecasting and strategic budgeting.
- Lead and model effective employee and staff relations by evaluating, leading, motivating, coaching, and providing corrective action for direct reports.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
- Accredited college program or degree, preferably specializing in a culinary program, or combination of education and relevant experience. Seven years of culinary management experience directing a large staff/multi-meal plan location/large volume cooking.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to execute creative menu development.
- Ability to apply business optimization principles and techniques across the organization.
- Ability to champion innovative ideas and concepts by utilizing cutting edge trends and maintaining current industry standards.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to harmoniously and professionally manage and work with co-workers and supervisors.
- Ability to operate computer equipment and food and beverage computer systems.
- Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools.
- Understanding and ability to apply local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws.
- Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.
- Understanding and application of basic training techniques.
Certifications and Licenses:
- ServSafe CA Certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Constantly stand, walk, chop and mix.
- Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 50.
- Ability to see food presentation and taste all types of food (glutens, dairy, all protein, vegetables, and starches).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Scheduled days and work hours may vary based on operational need.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $105,000 to $115,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You:
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Executive Chef
Translate your credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian culinary degree from TAFE or a private institute is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree for E-3 visa purposes. Get a formal credential evaluation before you start applying so employers aren't left guessing.
Target fine dining and hotel groups
Independent bistros rarely have HR infrastructure to file an LCA with DOL. Focus on hotel groups, restaurant chains, and resort operators with in-house legal teams, since they've done this before and won't treat your sponsorship as an unusual request.
Frame your Australian background as a selling point
Farm-to-table cuisine, native Australian ingredients, and modern Australian cooking techniques are genuinely distinct to U.S. hiring managers. Lead with what you bring rather than what visa you need, and sponsorship becomes a straightforward next step.
Clarify specialty occupation status early
The E-3 requires the role to meet the USCIS specialty occupation definition. A job description that lists a culinary degree as 'preferred' rather than 'required' can jeopardize your application, so confirm the employer will write it as a hard requirement before the offer is finalized.
Search for roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces Executive Chef positions where employers have active E-3 or H-1B visa filing history. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer, so the process doesn't stall at the employer's end.
Prepare for the LCA prevailing wage step
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your visa application can proceed. The LCA must certify your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your location and job level, so flag this requirement to your hiring contact as soon as you receive a written offer.
E-3 Visa Executive Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Executive Chef jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search. It filters for Executive Chef roles where employers have a track record of sponsoring Australian nationals on E-3 or similar work visas. Standard job searches won't tell you which employers are willing to file an LCA and support a consulate appointment, so filtering by sponsorship history saves significant time.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Executive Chef role actually qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is written. The E-3 requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. An Executive Chef role at a fine dining restaurant or hotel group that specifies a culinary arts degree meets this standard. A general kitchen manager role that accepts any background typically does not, regardless of job title.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Executive Chef positions?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for this role. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, meaning you could have a job offer and still not get a visa. The E-3 has no lottery, no cap backlog, and renews every two years indefinitely. The only restriction is that it's limited to Australian citizens.
Can I switch restaurants after starting on an E-3 as an Executive Chef?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and visa documents tied to the new employer before you start working there. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your current visa doesn't transfer. Your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL, and you'll either apply for a new E-3 at a U.S. consulate or, in some cases, change status from within the United States.