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Executive Sous Chef jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist at hotel groups, restaurant corporations, and institutional foodservice operators that structure the role around culinary arts or hospitality management degree requirements. Employers file a Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition to bring you in for an initial three-year period, extendable to six years total.
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The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the culinary execution and daily operations of all stadium concession outlets at T-Mobile Park.
This position supports the Executive Chef in managing large-scale food production, culinary standards, food safety, labor, inventory, and team development across multiple concession locations.
About the job
Join a role where your culinary leadership and creativity shape exceptional dining experiences every day. As the Executive Sous Chef, you will provide hands-on guidance within a small but dynamic culinary operation—overseeing menu planning, program execution, and staff development. You’ll work closely with both internal partners and external clients, managing the full catering process from initial concept through seamless execution. In this role, you’ll support the Executive Chef in directing all kitchen operations within the convention center, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food and service. You will lead and mentor the culinary team, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and play a vital part in executing diverse menus for large-scale events, banquets, conventions, and hospitality services. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on guest experience while driving operational excellence behind the scenes.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
Pay Range: $80,168 per year - $109,120 per year
What’s in it for you
- Contribute to menu creation and customization based on client needs, seasonal ingredients, and dietary requirements.
- Support high quality food preparation and presentation for large events.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain strong preparation, service, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with event managers to ensure food service aligns with event timelines.
- Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and food handling regulations.
- Assist with budget oversight, cost control, and waste reduction.
- Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
- Supervise team communication and organization to support smooth operations.
- Collaborate with other departments to help deliver a seamless guest experience.
What you’ll bring
The role requires a hands-on culinary leader with extensive experience in high-volume, multi-unit food service operations, particularly within sports and entertainment venues.
- Experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- Strong culinary knowledge across multiple cuisines and techniques.
- Leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate staff.
- Solid organization and time management abilities.
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory practices.
- Clear, effective communication skills.
- Ability to work safely in tight, noisy, and temperature variable environments; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Requirements
- Education Requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience
- Related Experience: 1 year
What we offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Who we are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the culinary execution and daily operations of all stadium concession outlets at T-Mobile Park.
This position supports the Executive Chef in managing large-scale food production, culinary standards, food safety, labor, inventory, and team development across multiple concession locations.
About the job
Join a role where your culinary leadership and creativity shape exceptional dining experiences every day. As the Executive Sous Chef, you will provide hands-on guidance within a small but dynamic culinary operation—overseeing menu planning, program execution, and staff development. You’ll work closely with both internal partners and external clients, managing the full catering process from initial concept through seamless execution. In this role, you’ll support the Executive Chef in directing all kitchen operations within the convention center, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food and service. You will lead and mentor the culinary team, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and play a vital part in executing diverse menus for large-scale events, banquets, conventions, and hospitality services. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on guest experience while driving operational excellence behind the scenes.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
Pay Range: $80,168 per year - $109,120 per year
What’s in it for you
- Contribute to menu creation and customization based on client needs, seasonal ingredients, and dietary requirements.
- Support high quality food preparation and presentation for large events.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain strong preparation, service, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with event managers to ensure food service aligns with event timelines.
- Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and food handling regulations.
- Assist with budget oversight, cost control, and waste reduction.
- Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
- Supervise team communication and organization to support smooth operations.
- Collaborate with other departments to help deliver a seamless guest experience.
What you’ll bring
The role requires a hands-on culinary leader with extensive experience in high-volume, multi-unit food service operations, particularly within sports and entertainment venues.
- Experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- Strong culinary knowledge across multiple cuisines and techniques.
- Leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate staff.
- Solid organization and time management abilities.
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory practices.
- Clear, effective communication skills.
- Ability to work safely in tight, noisy, and temperature variable environments; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Requirements
- Education Requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience
- Related Experience: 1 year
What we offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Who we are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Executive Sous Chef
Document your culinary degree precisely
Your employer's immigration attorney will need to establish specialty occupation, so gather your culinary arts or hospitality management transcripts now. A three-year degree from outside the U.S. may need a credential evaluation to confirm it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified wage level for Executive Sous Chef roles in your target city. Your employer's LCA must meet that threshold, so knowing the number before salary discussions prevents a gap that stalls the filing.
Target multi-unit operators with dedicated HR teams
Hotel management companies, casino resort groups, and large contract foodservice operators file LCAs regularly and have established relationships with immigration counsel. These employers are structurally better positioned to absorb the I-129 filing process than independent restaurants.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Executive Sous Chef roles by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This tells you which operators have actually sponsored the position before, so you spend your time on realistic opportunities rather than speculative outreach.
Confirm each worksite before the LCA is filed
If you'll rotate between locations or move to a new property, each worksite needs its own certified LCA before you work there. Flag any planned site changes to your employer's attorney early so the filings stay ahead of your schedule.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, which can significantly cut adjudication time. If a hotel opening or seasonal operation depends on your arrival, ask the employer to include premium processing in the petition budget before they file.
H-1B Visa Executive Sous Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Executive Sous Chef role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The H-1B requires a role that normally demands at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers who sponsor Executive Sous Chefs for H-1B status typically structure the position to emphasize culinary arts, hospitality management, or food science degree requirements and document those requirements in the LCA and I-129 petition accordingly. Without that degree-level framing, USCIS is likely to issue a Request for Evidence or deny the petition.
Which employers actually sponsor H-1B visas for Executive Sous Chefs?
Large hotel brands, casino resort operators, cruise lines, and contract foodservice management companies are the most consistent sponsors because they have immigration infrastructure already in place. Browse Executive Sous Chef roles with verified LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to identify operators that have successfully sponsored the position in your target market.
What documents does my employer need to file the H-1B petition for this role?
Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, your educational credentials, evidence that the position requires a degree in a specific field, and a copy of your passport. If your culinary degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation confirming equivalence to a U.S. bachelor's degree is essential before the I-129 petition is submitted to USCIS.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B if I move to a different property or city?
Yes, but each new worksite requires its own certified LCA before you begin working there. If you're promoted and relocated to another property, your employer must file a new LCA reflecting the correct location, wage level, and prevailing wage for that area. Working at an unlisted site before the LCA is certified puts both you and your employer out of compliance.
How long does H-1B status last for an Executive Sous Chef position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years, which your employer can extend for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, further extensions generally require an approved immigrant petition or a qualifying green card application. Talk to your employer's immigration attorney about starting that process well before you hit the six-year cap.