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Chef roles qualify for green card sponsorship through EB-3 for skilled culinary workers and EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals or those with strong credentials. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your I-140 petition, making this a path to permanent U.S. residency rather than a temporary work authorization.
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Carlsbad Medical Center
Pay Rate:
Salary - Salary Plan, 50,000.00 USD Annual
Work Shift:
Job Description
As the Sous Chef you will assist in managing a team of culinary professionals by crafting a positive environment that encourages ownership and accountability with leadership. You will have a passion for production without sacrificing quality, for a better patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
- Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
- Be open-minded and ready to learn from your manager and team members alike
- Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
- Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
- Support team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
- Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
- Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
Skills
- Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
- Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
- Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
- Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
- Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
- Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
- Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- A cook’s certificate or associate’s degree from an accredited culinary program, or 5+ years of experience as a sous chef or kitchen manager
- Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
- A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both
- Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities
Not Required But a Big Plus
- Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
- Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
What We Offer
- Paid time off (vacation and sick)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career development and ongoing training - executive chef opportunities
Important to Know
Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply. HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
Who is HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.
We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.
Location:
Carlsbad Medical Center
Pay Rate:
Salary - Salary Plan, 50,000.00 USD Annual
Work Shift:
Job Description
As the Sous Chef you will assist in managing a team of culinary professionals by crafting a positive environment that encourages ownership and accountability with leadership. You will have a passion for production without sacrificing quality, for a better patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Build a well-trained and motivated team that produces high-quality food while adhering to safety, sanitation, and service principles
- Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
- Be open-minded and ready to learn from your manager and team members alike
- Develop creative menus that are in sync with current market trends
- Demonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfaction
- Support team member recruiting, training, development, scheduling, and assignments
- Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems to protect food integrity
- Drive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agencies
Skills
- Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication as well as presentation skills
- Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
- Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
- Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
- Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
- Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
- Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- A cook’s certificate or associate’s degree from an accredited culinary program, or 5+ years of experience as a sous chef or kitchen manager
- Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ordering platforms
- A passion for food, a desire to grow, and a work ethic that supports both
- Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities
Not Required But a Big Plus
- Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish
- Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements
What We Offer
- Paid time off (vacation and sick)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career development and ongoing training - executive chef opportunities
Important to Know
Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply. HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
Who is HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.
We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Chef
Document your culinary credentials before applying
Gather foreign culinary diplomas, apprenticeship certificates, and employer reference letters now. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize skill-level evidence during PERM and I-140 review, and gaps in documentation are the most common delay for Chef petitions.
Target employers with dedicated HR or legal teams
Hotel groups, resort chains, and multi-unit restaurant operators are far more likely to have in-house immigration support for PERM filings than independent restaurants. Prioritize employers whose size signals a structured sponsorship process rather than a one-off arrangement.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify restaurants, hotels, and food-service employers with active green card sponsorship history for culinary roles. Filtering by sponsorship type saves you from spending weeks pursuing employers who have never filed a PERM petition.
Understand the prevailing wage requirement before negotiating
Every PERM petition requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your Chef classification and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool before you negotiate an offer to avoid a wage shortfall that forces your employer to restart the DOL process.
Ask employers directly about their PERM filing timeline
PERM recruitment advertising alone takes roughly 60 days under DOL rules, and the full process from labor certification to I-485 approval can run several years. Clarifying timeline expectations upfront protects you from accepting a role where sponsorship never progresses.
Verify your job duties align with O*NET Chef classifications
DOL cross-references PERM job descriptions against O*NET occupation profiles. If your actual duties differ significantly from the O*NET Chef profile, your employer's attorney may need to adjust the job description before filing, which can delay your PERM certification.
Green Card Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Chef jobs actually qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Chefs classify as skilled workers under EB-3 when the role requires at least two years of training or experience, which most professional kitchen positions do. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, then petition USCIS with Form I-140 to sponsor your permanent residency.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Chef role?
H-1B visa requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation demanding a bachelor's degree, which most Chef positions don't meet, making H-1B largely unavailable for culinary workers. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery and leads directly to permanent residency, though the full process typically takes two to four years or more depending on your country of birth and the employer's filing pace.
What documentation strengthens a Chef's PERM labor certification?
Strong petitions include foreign culinary school transcripts or diplomas, certificates from recognized apprenticeship programs, letters from previous employers detailing your specific duties and years of experience, and any awards or professional recognitions. DOL and USCIS both review skill-level evidence carefully, so documentation that maps directly to the job duties listed in the PERM application is important.
What types of employers sponsor green cards for Chef positions?
Large hotel groups, resort properties, cruise lines with U.S. operations, and multi-location restaurant companies file the most PERM petitions for culinary roles because they have established HR and immigration infrastructure. Independent restaurants occasionally sponsor, but they often lack the legal resources to manage the multi-year PERM process. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Chef and culinary roles.
Can I switch Chef jobs while my green card application is pending?
You can change employers during early stages, but doing so generally requires restarting the PERM process with the new employer. Once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more and your I-485 is pending, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to move to a same or similar culinary role without losing your priority date. Consult an immigration attorney before making any job change while a petition is active.