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Chef De Partie roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a culinary degree or equivalent specialized training in a specific cuisine or station. Fine dining groups, hotel chains, and resort operators are among the most active H-1B sponsors for kitchen leadership roles at this level.
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Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
widget: Full time
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Shining bright in the skyline, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis is connected by Skyway to sports, business and entertainment and is two blocks from the Mississippi River. Inside, discover Mediterranean-inspired dining by award-winning local chef Gavin Kaysen, a wellness floor complete with indoor and outdoor pools and a Spa dedicated to nourishment through nature.
The Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis seeks a Chef de Partie to join our talented culinary team!
Be a part of Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis where we foster connection, celebrate character, and develop craftsmanship. Join our uniquely talented team, and we will support you in doing your best work. Whether you’re inspired by our culture, incomparable views of the Mississippi River, or our two-time James Beard Award-winning, native Minnesotan chef, discover why your future is here.
About the role
Basic Purpose: The Chef de Partie supervises and oversees the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner food items in accordance with guest orders, production requirements, and Four Seasons quality standards—all while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment.
What you will do
- Prepare food items according to guest orders with consistent quality following recipe cards, production guidelines, portion standards, and presentation expectations. Complete mise en place and set up your station for service.
- Start advance-prep food items, ensuring production does not exceed estimated needs.
- Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise kitchen employees while ensuring all cultural and core standards are met.
- Operate, maintain, and properly clean all major kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, mixer, slicer, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill, and more.
- Date, rotate, and store all food items according to policy; ensure perishables are kept at proper temperatures; note shortages or out-of-stock items; manage freezer pulls and line setup.
- Assist in corrective actions for food cost issues and support food waste control.
- Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and the Standards of Conduct in EmPact.
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
- Assist with prep work of vegetables and condiments for the next shift as needed.
What you bring
- High school education, culinary school education, or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum two years of culinary or related kitchen experience
- Advanced culinary knowledge and proficient knife skills
- Ability to read and follow recipe cards and procedures
- Ability to operate, maintain, and clean a wide range of kitchen equipment
- Ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure
- Supervisory experience or readiness to supervise kitchen staff
What we offer
We care for our team members through competitive compensation packages and the following complimentary, market-leading benefits:
- Wage: $28.93 per hour
- Comprehensive health and vision insurance
- Discovery Nights at Four Seasons properties around the globe
- Holiday and vacation pay
- Daily meals inspired by award-winning chefs
- Uniforms and uniform care
- Sick pay, disability coverage, and life insurance
We also offer opportunities for career development and advancement, along with rewards that support work-life balance:
- Parking discounts
- Staff lounge and cafeteria with city views
- Up to eight weeks of parental leave pay
- Fur baby insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Discounted accommodations at Four Seasons properties worldwide
- Dental coverage at a discounted rate
Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.
Thank you for your interest in working at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
Job ID: REQ10396515
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
widget: Full time
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Shining bright in the skyline, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis is connected by Skyway to sports, business and entertainment and is two blocks from the Mississippi River. Inside, discover Mediterranean-inspired dining by award-winning local chef Gavin Kaysen, a wellness floor complete with indoor and outdoor pools and a Spa dedicated to nourishment through nature.
The Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis seeks a Chef de Partie to join our talented culinary team!
Be a part of Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis where we foster connection, celebrate character, and develop craftsmanship. Join our uniquely talented team, and we will support you in doing your best work. Whether you’re inspired by our culture, incomparable views of the Mississippi River, or our two-time James Beard Award-winning, native Minnesotan chef, discover why your future is here.
About the role
Basic Purpose: The Chef de Partie supervises and oversees the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and dinner food items in accordance with guest orders, production requirements, and Four Seasons quality standards—all while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment.
What you will do
- Prepare food items according to guest orders with consistent quality following recipe cards, production guidelines, portion standards, and presentation expectations. Complete mise en place and set up your station for service.
- Start advance-prep food items, ensuring production does not exceed estimated needs.
- Train, motivate, recommend discipline, and supervise kitchen employees while ensuring all cultural and core standards are met.
- Operate, maintain, and properly clean all major kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, mixer, slicer, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, flat top grill, and more.
- Date, rotate, and store all food items according to policy; ensure perishables are kept at proper temperatures; note shortages or out-of-stock items; manage freezer pulls and line setup.
- Assist in corrective actions for food cost issues and support food waste control.
- Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and the Standards of Conduct in EmPact.
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
- Assist with prep work of vegetables and condiments for the next shift as needed.
What you bring
- High school education, culinary school education, or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum two years of culinary or related kitchen experience
- Advanced culinary knowledge and proficient knife skills
- Ability to read and follow recipe cards and procedures
- Ability to operate, maintain, and clean a wide range of kitchen equipment
- Ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure
- Supervisory experience or readiness to supervise kitchen staff
What we offer
We care for our team members through competitive compensation packages and the following complimentary, market-leading benefits:
- Wage: $28.93 per hour
- Comprehensive health and vision insurance
- Discovery Nights at Four Seasons properties around the globe
- Holiday and vacation pay
- Daily meals inspired by award-winning chefs
- Uniforms and uniform care
- Sick pay, disability coverage, and life insurance
We also offer opportunities for career development and advancement, along with rewards that support work-life balance:
- Parking discounts
- Staff lounge and cafeteria with city views
- Up to eight weeks of parental leave pay
- Fur baby insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Discounted accommodations at Four Seasons properties worldwide
- Dental coverage at a discounted rate
Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.
Thank you for your interest in working at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chef De Partie
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
H-1B requires the position to demand at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Pull the O*NET profile for Chef De Partie and confirm your employer's job description ties the role to a specific culinary discipline, not general kitchen duties.
Build an equivalency portfolio for culinary credentials
A four-year culinary degree isn't always available in every country. Document three years of progressive kitchen experience per missing degree year, and get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before USCIS reviews your petition.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Chef De Partie roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for culinary positions, so you're applying where H-1B sponsorship is already part of the hiring process, not a new ask.
Ask about the LCA wage level during negotiations
DOL requires your employer to certify your wage against the prevailing rate for your metro area. Cross-check the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter to avoid a petition filed at a wage that triggers an RFE.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Some hotel and resort groups operate multiple legal entities. The specific entity extending your offer must be enrolled in E-Verify and listed on your LCA. Ask HR to confirm which entity is sponsoring you before your employer files Form I-129.
Plan around the October 1 start date for cap-subject filings
If your employer is cap-subject, your H-1B can't start before October 1 of the fiscal year. Hotel and restaurant groups with timing-sensitive kitchen staffing need to factor this into your onboarding, especially for seasonal openings.
H-1B Visa Chef De Partie: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chef De Partie role actually qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but the job description has to establish that the role requires specialized culinary knowledge at a degree level, not just cooking experience. A generic line cook position won't qualify. Fine dining establishments and luxury hotel groups typically write Chef De Partie job descriptions that meet USCIS specialty occupation standards by requiring formal culinary education in a specific discipline.
What if my culinary training came from a two-year program, not a four-year degree?
USCIS accepts combinations of education and work experience as equivalent to a bachelor's degree. The standard is three years of progressive, specialized experience for each missing year of education. A two-year culinary diploma plus six years of documented station-specific kitchen experience can satisfy the requirement if your employer's petition explains the equivalency clearly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Chef De Partie roles?
Luxury hotel chains, high-end resort operators, Michelin-recognized restaurant groups, and large hospitality management companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Independent restaurants rarely go through the process. You can browse active Chef De Partie roles at verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, filtered by employers with LCA filing history.
How does prevailing wage work for a Chef De Partie H-1B petition?
Your employer must certify with DOL that your wage meets the prevailing rate for Chef De Partie in your specific metro area. Wage levels run from Level 1 (entry) to Level 4 (expert), and your job duties determine which level applies. A Level 1 petition for a role with supervisory responsibilities is a common RFE trigger. Check the OFLC Wage Search to see the applicable range before your employer files.
Can I change employers while on H-1B as a Chef De Partie?
Yes, and you can start with the new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, under AC21 portability rules. The new employer must be H-1B eligible, file Form I-129 with the correct wage documentation, and obtain a new certified LCA from DOL before or alongside the petition filing. Your status transfers on the receipt notice date.