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Chef De Cuisine roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a culinary arts degree or equivalent specialized training, meeting USCIS specialty occupation standards. Fine dining groups, hotel brands, and restaurant corporations with active LCA filing history are your strongest targets. Sponsorship is available year-round with no lottery for cap-exempt employers.
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Here at EAST Miami, we don't do ordinary things. We thrive on the different and the exciting, and yes perhaps a little quirky and without doubt, fun.
With a dynamic culture and an open door for your feedback, you're not just filling a role — you're owning it. We provide the training and the freedom for you to flourish, with leaders who support and encourage you. The difference is you. Everyday is a fresh page in our collective story. Ready to join us at EAST MIAMI?
EAST isn’t here for those who follow the crowd, but for the curious, the creative, and the sustainability-minded, seeking fresh alternatives to live, work, dine, and play. Welcome to EAST, a different take on hospitality in tune with changing mindsets.
Job Overview
This role manages a team to craft exceptional culinary experiences and create unforgettable moments for our guests. We are the soul of the Restaurant and Bar operations as the food we serve allows our guests to enjoy wonderful dining experiences. Those who have a desire to learn, grow and be part of a fun and dynamic team will enjoy the role.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome to the core of what being a Chef de Cuisine is all about!
Here's the quick lowdown on what you'll do day-to-day:
- Responsible for general day to day running of the department and to constantly improve standards
- Checks and monitors food preparation, cost, quality, quantity and portion control
- Ensure hygiene standards are kept to the highest standards at all times by working closely with Stewards to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen area as well as equipment and utensils
- Organizes and follow through trainings and conduct/attend daily meetings with the team
- Maximizes team member productivity through inspirational leadership, creating a positive and open atmosphere in the department that will impact on individual and departmental performance
- Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Requirements
Here's exactly what you need to excel in this role:
The Non-Negotiables (Must-Haves):
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge
- Outstanding technical cooking skills
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing environments and management demands
The Cherries on Top (Nice-to-Haves):
- Has 4 years of previous experience in similar capacity, hotel preference preferred
- Has taken a Food Handler’s course
- At least 6 years at managerial role
- Experience in cooking with fire, south american cuisine
- Well travelled and exposed to different cultures/countries
We've kept it short and sweet – just the essentials you'll need.
What We're Looking For: The Soul Behind the Skillset
Skills are teachable, but your spirit is what truly sets you apart. If you feel a connection with what we stand for, we're eager to meet you.
- Adaptable Thinkers: You’re not just open to change; you thrive on it. The dynamic nature of our environment energizes you.
- Feedback Enthusiasts: You value open communication and aren’t afraid to give or receive feedback to help us all grow together.
- Passionate Pioneers: You bring more than skills; you bring energy and zeal to make a difference every day, connecting with a team that does the same.
Pause for a second before you hit 'apply.' Do these values align with your own? Is this the team you've been wanting to join? If your answer is a clear 'YES,' we're excited to get to know you better.
Benefits
For Every Member of Our Family:
- Dine at our team Canteen and save on meals!
- Enjoy COMPLIMENTARY room nights at all of our hotels, who doesn’t love to travel?
- Benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits, along with annual medical check-ups.
- Enjoy discounts at our restaurants and bars.
- Speak up & put your own ideas into actions. Think differently!
- Discounted transportation passes and parking nearby
Chef de Cuisine
Here at EAST Miami, we don't do ordinary things. We thrive on the different and the exciting, and yes perhaps a little quirky and without doubt, fun.
With a dynamic culture and an open door for your feedback, you're not just filling a role — you're owning it. We provide the training and the freedom for you to flourish, with leaders who support and encourage you. The difference is you. Everyday is a fresh page in our collective story. Ready to join us at EAST MIAMI?
EAST isn’t here for those who follow the crowd, but for the curious, the creative, and the sustainability-minded, seeking fresh alternatives to live, work, dine, and play. Welcome to EAST, a different take on hospitality in tune with changing mindsets.
Job Overview
This role manages a team to craft exceptional culinary experiences and create unforgettable moments for our guests. We are the soul of the Restaurant and Bar operations as the food we serve allows our guests to enjoy wonderful dining experiences. Those who have a desire to learn, grow and be part of a fun and dynamic team will enjoy the role.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome to the core of what being a Chef de Cuisine is all about!
Here's the quick lowdown on what you'll do day-to-day:
- Responsible for general day to day running of the department and to constantly improve standards
- Checks and monitors food preparation, cost, quality, quantity and portion control
- Ensure hygiene standards are kept to the highest standards at all times by working closely with Stewards to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen area as well as equipment and utensils
- Organizes and follow through trainings and conduct/attend daily meetings with the team
- Maximizes team member productivity through inspirational leadership, creating a positive and open atmosphere in the department that will impact on individual and departmental performance
- Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Requirements
Here's exactly what you need to excel in this role:
The Non-Negotiables (Must-Haves):
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge
- Outstanding technical cooking skills
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing environments and management demands
The Cherries on Top (Nice-to-Haves):
- Has 4 years of previous experience in similar capacity, hotel preference preferred
- Has taken a Food Handler’s course
- At least 6 years at managerial role
- Experience in cooking with fire, south american cuisine
- Well travelled and exposed to different cultures/countries
We've kept it short and sweet – just the essentials you'll need.
What We're Looking For: The Soul Behind the Skillset
Skills are teachable, but your spirit is what truly sets you apart. If you feel a connection with what we stand for, we're eager to meet you.
- Adaptable Thinkers: You’re not just open to change; you thrive on it. The dynamic nature of our environment energizes you.
- Feedback Enthusiasts: You value open communication and aren’t afraid to give or receive feedback to help us all grow together.
- Passionate Pioneers: You bring more than skills; you bring energy and zeal to make a difference every day, connecting with a team that does the same.
Pause for a second before you hit 'apply.' Do these values align with your own? Is this the team you've been wanting to join? If your answer is a clear 'YES,' we're excited to get to know you better.
Benefits
For Every Member of Our Family:
- Dine at our team Canteen and save on meals!
- Enjoy COMPLIMENTARY room nights at all of our hotels, who doesn’t love to travel?
- Benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits, along with annual medical check-ups.
- Enjoy discounts at our restaurants and bars.
- Speak up & put your own ideas into actions. Think differently!
- Discounted transportation passes and parking nearby
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chef De Cuisine
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher for H-1B approval. A culinary arts, hospitality management, or food science degree directly tied to your Chef De Cuisine role strengthens your petition against an RFE.
Search LCA filings for culinary employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by active H-1B LCA filings in food service and hospitality. DOL disclosure data shows which restaurant groups and hotel brands have actually sponsored chefs, not just which ones claim to be open to it.
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Universities, teaching hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are exempt from the H-1B cap and lottery. A Chef De Cuisine role at a university dining program or nonprofit hospitality center can be filed any time, bypassing the April registration window entirely.
Confirm the prevailing wage before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 35-1011 in your target city before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage, so knowing the threshold protects you from underpayment and petition delays.
Document your specialty through reference letters
Collect letters from past employers, Michelin-recognized chefs, or culinary institutions that describe your role's specialized knowledge, such as regional cuisine expertise or fermentation techniques. USCIS uses these to evaluate whether the position genuinely requires a degree-level specialist.
Negotiate employer coverage of filing fees
The H-1B employer is legally required to pay the I-129 filing fee. Confirm your offer letter specifies that all USCIS petition costs are covered by the restaurant group or hotel. Employers who shift these costs to workers are violating DOL wage rules.
H-1B Visa Chef De Cuisine: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chef De Cuisine role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or a directly related field. Generic cook or sous chef roles often don't meet this bar, but a Chef De Cuisine overseeing menu development, culinary program design, or specialized cuisine execution at a fine dining or institutional employer typically does. Check the O*NET profile for SOC code 35-1011 to see how USCIS evaluates the role.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Chef De Cuisine positions?
Hotel corporations, fine dining restaurant groups, cruise lines, university dining programs, and large food and beverage operators with HR infrastructure are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller independent restaurants rarely have the legal resources to file H-1B petitions. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified LCA filing history specifically in food service and hospitality roles.
What happens to my H-1B status if the restaurant closes or I'm let go?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B employer, transfer your petition, or change status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. If you're in the culinary industry, prioritize employers with existing LCA filings so the transfer can move quickly without a new prevailing wage determination.
Can my employer require me to work at multiple locations under one H-1B petition?
Only if each location is listed on a certified LCA. A Chef De Cuisine rotating across multiple restaurant properties or hotel outlets needs a separate LCA for each worksite that isn't within normal commuting distance of the primary location. If your employer adds locations after your petition is approved, they must file an amended H-1B with an updated LCA before you start working there.
Does culinary experience substitute for a degree in an H-1B petition for this role?
USCIS can accept three years of specialized work experience as equivalent to one year of formal education, but the experience must be directly tied to the degree field the role requires. For a Chef De Cuisine petition, experience under recognized executive chefs, in Michelin-starred kitchens, or in specialized cuisine programs carries more weight than general kitchen tenure. Your employer's attorney will need to document this carefully.