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Head Chef roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a culinary degree or equivalent and you're filling a specialty occupation role. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it a practical path for Australian chefs pursuing long-term U.S. careers.
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Who We Are
About Stripe
Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone’s reach while doing the most important work of your career.
About The Team
The Solutions Architecture Team partners with our users to realize their full potential through the adoption of prescriptive solutions that drive their growth and success. We work with C-level executives, finance leaders, product design and engineering teams at global brands and platforms who are building financial services solutions with Stripe. Our SA team works closely with Account Executives, Professional Services, Customer Success Managers, Partners, Technical Account Managers and Product Teams to develop and execute on the account strategy for Stripe’s largest users including Enterprises, Digital Natives, and SaaS Platforms. We also work with the world's most innovative startups and mid market users to position our offerings and solutions for their use cases. At Stripe, managers grow teams and inspire them to do outstanding work. This leader must be a driver who loves building teams and growing businesses. This role requires great interpersonal skills to work cross functionally, as a trusted advisor to both our sales, partner and professional services teams, as well as, with our product development and marketing teams. As head of Solution Architecture for our existing business, you will lead, build, and mentor a world class pre-sales engineering team to grow the existing user base through upsells and cosells. You will drive collaboration from cross-functional teams to influence and unify stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive business results. You will lead from the front and drive outcomes for our users.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities
- Business and technical thought leader able to partner and drive the strategy and execution plan for the segment, working with cross functional partners
- Recruit, hire, lead, retain and coach a world class pre sales team. Be an advocate for presales within the organization
- Align with a leader for the business line to understand trends and share insights for Stripe’s leadership and product teams
- Nurture and be the role-model of a positive outlook, can-do attitude and growth mindset, while leading and keeping the SAs motivated in a fast paced and ever changing environment
- Define and drive success for your team by empowering them to nurture and grow existing business through upsells and cross sell motions
- Partner closely with Sales, Marketing and Technical Teams (Professional Services, Partners, Product, Development, etc) to develop joint go-to-market initiatives that drive positive user experience and outcomes while driving revenue retention and growth
- Executive engagement skills and presence, with an ability to establish strong relationships with key decision makers and build credibility at all levels
- Serve as an executive champion and lead EBCs with important customer base
- Maintain a strong internal relationship with the product teams and champion the voice of our users and customers to influence product direction and feature priorities
- Drive collaboration across teams to influence and unify stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Lead and support the team in complex evaluations, problem solving and challenging customer environments
- Build processes to measure the performance and impact of the Solutions Architecture Team and ensure that the team is optimized to meet rapidly evolving business needs
- Stay current on industry trends and competitive dynamics, and leverage this knowledge to shape strategy around user engagements
- Represent Stripe at industry events and conferences, customer business reviews and contribute to new ideas and industry best practices
- Act as an escalation point for pre-sales and post sales technical issues that arise
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- You must have at least 6+ years of pre-sales leadership experience and 16+ years’ experience within a technical sales function
- A track record of building and leading world-class solution architecture/engineering teams ideally in a SaaS or usage-based businesses
- Experience working with Enterprise, Digital Native, SaaS Platform business models
- Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for making customers successful
- Previous technical sales experience with APIs and/or payments industry experience
- Strong executive presence and ability to foster deep relationships with our users
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required
Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time to engage with customers and collaborate with internal teams.
In-office expectations
Office-assigned Stripes in most of our locations are currently expected to spend at least 50% of the time in a given month in their local office or with users. This expectation may vary depending on role, team and location. For example, Stripes in Stripe Delivery Center roles in Mexico City, Mexico, Bengaluru, India, and Dublin, Ireland work 100% from the office. Also, some teams have greater in-office attendance requirements, to appropriately support our users and workflows, which the hiring manager will discuss. This approach helps strike a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while supporting flexibility when possible.
PAY AND BENEFITS
The annual US base salary range for this role is $299,800 - $449,600. For sales roles, the range provided is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commissions/sales bonuses target and annual base salary for the role. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Stripe and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role and who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process.
Additional benefits for this role may include: equity, company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; medical, dental, and vision benefits; and wellness stipends.
INTRODUCTION
Who We Are
About Stripe
Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone’s reach while doing the most important work of your career.
About The Team
The Solutions Architecture Team partners with our users to realize their full potential through the adoption of prescriptive solutions that drive their growth and success. We work with C-level executives, finance leaders, product design and engineering teams at global brands and platforms who are building financial services solutions with Stripe. Our SA team works closely with Account Executives, Professional Services, Customer Success Managers, Partners, Technical Account Managers and Product Teams to develop and execute on the account strategy for Stripe’s largest users including Enterprises, Digital Natives, and SaaS Platforms. We also work with the world's most innovative startups and mid market users to position our offerings and solutions for their use cases. At Stripe, managers grow teams and inspire them to do outstanding work. This leader must be a driver who loves building teams and growing businesses. This role requires great interpersonal skills to work cross functionally, as a trusted advisor to both our sales, partner and professional services teams, as well as, with our product development and marketing teams. As head of Solution Architecture for our existing business, you will lead, build, and mentor a world class pre-sales engineering team to grow the existing user base through upsells and cosells. You will drive collaboration from cross-functional teams to influence and unify stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive business results. You will lead from the front and drive outcomes for our users.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities
- Business and technical thought leader able to partner and drive the strategy and execution plan for the segment, working with cross functional partners
- Recruit, hire, lead, retain and coach a world class pre sales team. Be an advocate for presales within the organization
- Align with a leader for the business line to understand trends and share insights for Stripe’s leadership and product teams
- Nurture and be the role-model of a positive outlook, can-do attitude and growth mindset, while leading and keeping the SAs motivated in a fast paced and ever changing environment
- Define and drive success for your team by empowering them to nurture and grow existing business through upsells and cross sell motions
- Partner closely with Sales, Marketing and Technical Teams (Professional Services, Partners, Product, Development, etc) to develop joint go-to-market initiatives that drive positive user experience and outcomes while driving revenue retention and growth
- Executive engagement skills and presence, with an ability to establish strong relationships with key decision makers and build credibility at all levels
- Serve as an executive champion and lead EBCs with important customer base
- Maintain a strong internal relationship with the product teams and champion the voice of our users and customers to influence product direction and feature priorities
- Drive collaboration across teams to influence and unify stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Lead and support the team in complex evaluations, problem solving and challenging customer environments
- Build processes to measure the performance and impact of the Solutions Architecture Team and ensure that the team is optimized to meet rapidly evolving business needs
- Stay current on industry trends and competitive dynamics, and leverage this knowledge to shape strategy around user engagements
- Represent Stripe at industry events and conferences, customer business reviews and contribute to new ideas and industry best practices
- Act as an escalation point for pre-sales and post sales technical issues that arise
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- You must have at least 6+ years of pre-sales leadership experience and 16+ years’ experience within a technical sales function
- A track record of building and leading world-class solution architecture/engineering teams ideally in a SaaS or usage-based businesses
- Experience working with Enterprise, Digital Native, SaaS Platform business models
- Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for making customers successful
- Previous technical sales experience with APIs and/or payments industry experience
- Strong executive presence and ability to foster deep relationships with our users
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required
Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time to engage with customers and collaborate with internal teams.
In-office expectations
Office-assigned Stripes in most of our locations are currently expected to spend at least 50% of the time in a given month in their local office or with users. This expectation may vary depending on role, team and location. For example, Stripes in Stripe Delivery Center roles in Mexico City, Mexico, Bengaluru, India, and Dublin, Ireland work 100% from the office. Also, some teams have greater in-office attendance requirements, to appropriately support our users and workflows, which the hiring manager will discuss. This approach helps strike a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while supporting flexibility when possible.
PAY AND BENEFITS
The annual US base salary range for this role is $299,800 - $449,600. For sales roles, the range provided is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commissions/sales bonuses target and annual base salary for the role. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Stripe and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role and who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process.
Additional benefits for this role may include: equity, company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; medical, dental, and vision benefits; and wellness stipends.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Head Chef
Frame your culinary credentials for U.S. employers
Australian culinary qualifications, including Certificate IV or Diploma of Hospitality Management, may need a credential evaluation to confirm they meet the U.S. bachelor's degree equivalent standard the E-3 visa requires for specialty occupation classification.
Target properties with established visa filing history
Fine dining groups, luxury hotel brands, and resort operators that have sponsored foreign national chefs before already have HR processes for LCA filing and DOL wage compliance, which shortens your path from offer to application.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Not every Head Chef position automatically qualifies. The role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific culinary or hospitality field. Executive chef titles at high-end establishments carry a stronger case than general kitchen leadership positions.
Negotiate LCA filing into your offer terms
The employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consulate appointment. Confirm during the offer stage that your employer will initiate the LCA promptly, since certification can take up to seven business days and delays your interview scheduling.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the full process from LCA submission through consulate preparation, so you and your employer avoid navigating DOL and USCIS requirements independently.
Prepare documentation showing your supervisory and creative scope
Consular officers assess whether your Head Chef role genuinely requires specialized knowledge. Bring menu development portfolios, evidence of brigade management, and any industry recognition that demonstrates the role exceeds standard kitchen supervision.
E-3 Visa Head Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Head Chef jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job listings, you can search for Head Chef positions where employers are already open to E-3 candidates, which cuts out the back-and-forth of explaining the visa process to unfamiliar hiring teams.
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 a Head Chef role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on the position and the employer. A Head Chef role at a fine dining restaurant, luxury hotel, or destination resort with documented requirements for a culinary degree or equivalent is a strong specialty occupation case. A general kitchen management role at a casual dining chain is harder to support. The job description must specify that the degree is a minimum requirement, not a preference.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Head Chef positions?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, so you can apply any time of year after receiving a job offer. The H-1B visa is subject to an annual cap and random selection, meaning most applicants wait over a year before they can start. For a Head Chef with a firm offer in hand, the E-3 is a faster and more predictable path.
What happens if my Head Chef position changes after my E-3 is approved?
The E-3 is tied to a specific employer and role. If your job title, employer, or work location changes materially, your employer needs to file a new LCA with DOL and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 at a U.S. consulate before starting in the changed role. Minor internal changes that don't affect wage level or job duties typically don't require a new filing, but confirm this with your employer before any changes take effect.