H-1B Visa Assistant Chef Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Assistant Chefs exist, but sponsoring employers structure these roles around culinary arts or food science degree requirements to satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Finding kitchens that build positions this way takes targeted research. This page lists Assistant Chef openings at employers with H-1B filing history.
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Management position that focuses on successfully accomplishing the daily objectives in the kitchen. Leads staff while personally assisting in all areas of the kitchen, including food production; purchasing and kitchen sanitation. Position contributes to ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 5 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met
-
Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
-
Maintains food handling and sanitation standards.
-
Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
-
Performs all duties of Culinary and related kitchen area employees in high demand times.
-
Oversees production and preparation of culinary items.
-
Ensures employees keep their work areas clean and sanitary.
-
Works with Restaurant and Banquet departments to coordinate service and timing of events and meals.
-
Communicates areas in need of attention to staff and follows up to ensure follow through.
-
Supports and assists with new menus, concepts and promotions for the Restaurant outlets and Banquets.
-
Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
-
Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
-
Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Supervising Daily Culinary Team Activities
-
Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
-
Ensures completion of assigned duties.
-
Coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
-
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
-
Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
-
Handles employee questions and concerns.
-
Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
-
Conducts employee performance appraisal process, giving feedback as needed.
-
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
-
Participates in an on-going employee recognition program.
-
Monitors employee's progress towards meeting performance expectations.
-
Conducts training when appropriate.
Maintaining Culinary Goals
-
Follows specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
-
Monitors staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
-
Places orders for appropriate supplies and manages food and supply inventories according to budget.
-
Participates in department meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
-
Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
-
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
-
Sets a positive example for guest relations.
-
Strives to improve service performance.
-
Handles guest problems and complaints seeking assistance from supervisor as necessary.
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service within guidelines.
Additional Responsibilities
-
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
-
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
-
Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
-
Complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
-
Reports malfunctions in department equipment.
-
Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.
-
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
LOCATION
Location: 8701 World Center Drive, ORLANDO FL 32821, United States
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full Time
POSITION TYPE
Position Type: Management
PAY RANGE
Pay Range: $26.92-$32.69 per hour
BONUS ELIGIBLE
Bonus Eligible: Y
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JOB SUMMARY
Management position that focuses on successfully accomplishing the daily objectives in the kitchen. Leads staff while personally assisting in all areas of the kitchen, including food production; purchasing and kitchen sanitation. Position contributes to ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 5 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met
-
Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
-
Maintains food handling and sanitation standards.
-
Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
-
Performs all duties of Culinary and related kitchen area employees in high demand times.
-
Oversees production and preparation of culinary items.
-
Ensures employees keep their work areas clean and sanitary.
-
Works with Restaurant and Banquet departments to coordinate service and timing of events and meals.
-
Communicates areas in need of attention to staff and follows up to ensure follow through.
-
Supports and assists with new menus, concepts and promotions for the Restaurant outlets and Banquets.
-
Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
-
Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
-
Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Supervising Daily Culinary Team Activities
-
Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
-
Ensures completion of assigned duties.
-
Coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
-
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
-
Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
-
Handles employee questions and concerns.
-
Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
-
Conducts employee performance appraisal process, giving feedback as needed.
-
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
-
Participates in an on-going employee recognition program.
-
Monitors employee's progress towards meeting performance expectations.
-
Conducts training when appropriate.
Maintaining Culinary Goals
-
Follows specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
-
Monitors staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
-
Places orders for appropriate supplies and manages food and supply inventories according to budget.
-
Participates in department meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
-
Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
-
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
-
Sets a positive example for guest relations.
-
Strives to improve service performance.
-
Handles guest problems and complaints seeking assistance from supervisor as necessary.
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service within guidelines.
Additional Responsibilities
-
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
-
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
-
Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
-
Complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
-
Reports malfunctions in department equipment.
-
Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.
-
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
LOCATION
Location: 8701 World Center Drive, ORLANDO FL 32821, United States
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full Time
POSITION TYPE
Position Type: Management
PAY RANGE
Pay Range: $26.92-$32.69 per hour
BONUS ELIGIBLE
Bonus Eligible: Y
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Chef
Frame your credentials around culinary degrees
Assistant Chef roles don't qualify automatically as specialty occupations. Employers must document that the position requires a bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food science, or a related field. Gather your degree transcripts and any U.S. equivalency evaluations before you apply.
Search employers using verified LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find restaurant groups, hotel chains, and food companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for culinary roles. This confirms they've sponsored before and understand the documentation burden for kitchen positions.
Target multi-unit operators over single restaurants
Hotel groups, resort brands, and large catering companies have dedicated HR teams familiar with I-129 petitions. Single-location restaurants rarely have the infrastructure to manage USCIS filings, prevailing wage obligations, and LCA posting requirements.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific city before your offer conversation, so you can confirm compliance without surprises.
Confirm each worksite is covered by its own LCA
If your role involves multiple kitchen locations, your employer needs a separate certified LCA for each worksite. A single LCA doesn't cover unlisted locations. Raise this with HR early if the job description mentions catering events, pop-ups, or rotating assignments.
Review the O*NET profile before your interview
O*NET lists the standard duties and education requirements for culinary roles by SOC code. Knowing how your position maps to those definitions helps you articulate why the role meets the specialty occupation standard during employer and USCIS review.
H-1B Visa Assistant Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Chef job qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as culinary arts or food science. Employers who sponsor Assistant Chef roles must document the degree requirement in the job description and Labor Condition Application. If the posting accepts any degree or no degree, it won't meet the specialty occupation standard.
How do I find employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas for culinary roles?
Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B visa Labor Condition Application filing history for culinary and food service positions. This filters out companies that have never navigated the sponsorship process, saving you time pursuing leads that won't go anywhere. Focus on hotel groups, resorts, and institutional food service operators with dedicated HR teams.
What documents should I prepare before applying for H-1B-sponsored Assistant Chef positions?
Gather your culinary arts or food science degree transcripts, any credential evaluation reports if your degree was issued outside the United States, professional certifications like ServSafe or relevant culinary credentials, and a resume that maps your duties to degree-level skills. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation connection isn't clear, so your paperwork should anticipate that.
What is a Labor Condition Application and why does it matter for my job offer?
The LCA is a DOL-certified document your employer must file before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS. It certifies the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect working conditions. It's tied to a specific worksite, so if you'll work at multiple locations, each requires its own certified LCA.
How long does H-1B status last for an Assistant Chef role?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if a qualifying green card process is already underway. If your employer doesn't begin that process before your six-year limit approaches, you'd need to leave the United States and requalify.