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Culinary Manager green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based track, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date determines when you can adjust status or pursue consular processing to permanent residence.
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NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities.
Purpose of Position
The Culinary Experience Regional Manager is responsible for overseeing daily catering logistics operations and management of supplier performance for their assigned territory. Reporting to and collaborating with the NetJets Quality & Standards Executive Chef, the Culinary Experience Regional Manager will continuously improve and execute an inflight catering supply chain strategy to elevate the NetJets InFlight Dining experience from infancy to execution. Through ongoing process, standards, and training improvement with the Quality & Standards Executive Chef; the Culinary Experience Regional Manager will ensure execution throughout the supplier network from the supplier's kitchen through product delivery to our Owners and Crewmembers. Responsibilities will include safety compliance and quality auditing, training execution, supplier performance management, supply chain process solutions, and new initiative support. The Culinary Experience Regional Manager will support the overall mission of the InFlight Dining strategy and successful delivery of catering for Owners and Crewmembers.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Regional management of all catering suppliers within their respective territories
- Development and enforcement of processes to ensure quality control and consistency within our daily operations and throughout the entire supply chain
- Supplier management including supplier training, compliance, auditing, coaching, and development. This will include on-site support for suppliers when needed
- Maintain an intimate knowledge of the aviation catering food and beverage supplier market, proactively identifying efficiencies associated with all products and ingredients required to execute the NetJets InFlight Dining mission: providing unmatched cuisine and dining experiences at an exceptional value through a commitment to safety, quality, effective communication, performance excellence, process efficiency, and continuous improvement
- Operate as a brand ambassador for the NetJets InFlight Dining program; providing knowledge and guidance to ultimately foster positive working relationships throughout our supplier network in an effort to drive accountability and quality on a daily basis
- Partner with the Quality and Standards Executive Chef to evaluate product delivery for consistency; taking aesthetics, plating, quantity, and more into consideration
- Using analyzed data and a defined strategy, provide proactive feedback to suppliers based on established requirements, specifications, and expectations set by Quality and Standards Executive Chef
Note:
It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.
Education
Bachelor's in Hospitality
Certifications and Licenses
Years of Experience
4-6 years of experience
Core Competencies
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Curiosity
- Service-Oriented
- Strives For Positive Results
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)
- Ability to collaborate with multiple teams in complex operations
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
- Inventory management experience
- Ability to develop and manage training materials
- Proven supplier management skills
- In-depth understanding of business aviation & associated operations
- Demonstrated leadership skills with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Strong ability to successfully execute projects and programs
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to travel on a frequent basis 50-75%
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Culinary experience preferred but not mandatory
- ServSafe Management certification preferred, obtained within 90 days of start date
How NetJets Supports You
NetJets is proud to provide a variety of attractive benefits to our employees, including many at no cost. Employees have access to no cost options including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, with access to robust networks of nationwide providers.
Our comprehensive suite of benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Healthcare Advocacy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
- Wellness Programs & Discounts
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave of Absence
- Life and Accident Insurance
- Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
- 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute through standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions matched by NetJets. Super catch-up contributions are not eligible for the employer match.
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft Protection Plans
- Pet Insurance
- Family & Caregiving Support
Location:
West Palm Beach, FL, US, 33406
Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
Join the NetJets Team
NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities.
Purpose of Position
The Culinary Experience Regional Manager is responsible for overseeing daily catering logistics operations and management of supplier performance for their assigned territory. Reporting to and collaborating with the NetJets Quality & Standards Executive Chef, the Culinary Experience Regional Manager will continuously improve and execute an inflight catering supply chain strategy to elevate the NetJets InFlight Dining experience from infancy to execution. Through ongoing process, standards, and training improvement with the Quality & Standards Executive Chef; the Culinary Experience Regional Manager will ensure execution throughout the supplier network from the supplier's kitchen through product delivery to our Owners and Crewmembers. Responsibilities will include safety compliance and quality auditing, training execution, supplier performance management, supply chain process solutions, and new initiative support. The Culinary Experience Regional Manager will support the overall mission of the InFlight Dining strategy and successful delivery of catering for Owners and Crewmembers.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Regional management of all catering suppliers within their respective territories
- Development and enforcement of processes to ensure quality control and consistency within our daily operations and throughout the entire supply chain
- Supplier management including supplier training, compliance, auditing, coaching, and development. This will include on-site support for suppliers when needed
- Maintain an intimate knowledge of the aviation catering food and beverage supplier market, proactively identifying efficiencies associated with all products and ingredients required to execute the NetJets InFlight Dining mission: providing unmatched cuisine and dining experiences at an exceptional value through a commitment to safety, quality, effective communication, performance excellence, process efficiency, and continuous improvement
- Operate as a brand ambassador for the NetJets InFlight Dining program; providing knowledge and guidance to ultimately foster positive working relationships throughout our supplier network in an effort to drive accountability and quality on a daily basis
- Partner with the Quality and Standards Executive Chef to evaluate product delivery for consistency; taking aesthetics, plating, quantity, and more into consideration
- Using analyzed data and a defined strategy, provide proactive feedback to suppliers based on established requirements, specifications, and expectations set by Quality and Standards Executive Chef
Note:
It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.
Education
Bachelor's in Hospitality
Certifications and Licenses
Years of Experience
4-6 years of experience
Core Competencies
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Curiosity
- Service-Oriented
- Strives For Positive Results
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)
- Ability to collaborate with multiple teams in complex operations
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
- Inventory management experience
- Ability to develop and manage training materials
- Proven supplier management skills
- In-depth understanding of business aviation & associated operations
- Demonstrated leadership skills with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Strong ability to successfully execute projects and programs
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to travel on a frequent basis 50-75%
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Culinary experience preferred but not mandatory
- ServSafe Management certification preferred, obtained within 90 days of start date
How NetJets Supports You
NetJets is proud to provide a variety of attractive benefits to our employees, including many at no cost. Employees have access to no cost options including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, with access to robust networks of nationwide providers.
Our comprehensive suite of benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Healthcare Advocacy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
- Wellness Programs & Discounts
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave of Absence
- Life and Accident Insurance
- Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
- 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute through standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions matched by NetJets. Super catch-up contributions are not eligible for the employer match.
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft Protection Plans
- Pet Insurance
- Family & Caregiving Support
Location:
West Palm Beach, FL, US, 33406
Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Culinary Manager
Document progressive culinary leadership credentials
PERM labor certification requires proving your qualifications match the job's minimum requirements. Compile performance reviews, promotions, budget responsibility records, and staff management documentation that demonstrate progressive experience in culinary operations management specifically.
Target food service groups sponsoring EB-3
Hotel chains, casino resort operators, contract food service companies, and large healthcare dining programs file PERM labor certifications regularly for Culinary Manager roles. Hospitality groups with multi-unit operations are structurally positioned to absorb the multi-year sponsorship timeline.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Use it to identify food service and hospitality companies that have already navigated PERM for culinary management positions.
Verify your role meets PERM wage requirements
Before accepting an offer, confirm the salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level your employer will need to certify when filing PERM with DOL.
Understand your EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility path
If you hold a culinary arts bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive management experience, you may qualify under EB-2. Without that combination, EB-3 skilled worker applies. Your classification affects priority date movement, so confirm your category early with your employer's immigration counsel.
Secure your priority date before switching employers
If you change employers after your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you transfer to a same or similar occupation without restarting. An approved I-140 from a prior employer also lets you retain the original priority date with a new employer's petition.
Green Card Culinary Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Culinary Manager roles?
Most Culinary Manager positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience. If you hold a bachelor's degree in culinary arts or hospitality management plus five years of progressive management experience, EB-2 may apply instead. Your employer and their immigration counsel will determine the category before filing PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Culinary Managers?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing an I-140 with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may face priority-date backlogs before they can adjust status.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for culinary management?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on hospitality groups, casino operators, contract dining companies, and healthcare food service organizations that have already committed to multi-year PERM sponsorship for culinary roles.
What does the PERM process involve for a Culinary Manager position?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination request with the Department of Labor, then conducts a formal recruitment test, advertising the position through DOL-mandated channels to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers applied. Only after PERM is certified does the employer file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The full sequence typically spans well over a year before you can file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending 180 days or more and an I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Separately, an approved I-140 from a prior employer can let you retain your original priority date when a new employer files a fresh I-140 on your behalf.