H-1B Visa Kitchen Manager Jobs
Kitchen Manager jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist at hospitality groups and restaurant chains that build the role around degree-level responsibilities in culinary management, food science, or hospitality administration. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering up to three years of status.
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The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
This role will oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the kitchen facilities, including equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and health inspection protocols. Responsibilities will also encompass the set-up and management of satellite kitchens, ensuring compliance with health regulations and efficient loading/unloading procedures. This position will play a critical role in maintaining high culinary and stewarding standards. The Banquet Manager provides support to the Banquet Chef Team & banquet employees and reports directly to the Banquet exec sous chef team and Banquet Executive Chef. All duties are performed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Oversee the cleanliness, safety, organization, and overall upkeep of all banquet kitchen operations, including Hot, Cold, and Bakery production areas.
- Manage kitchen maintenance programs, including HotSOS requests, equipment repairs, and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Coordinate the setup and operation of satellite kitchens while ensuring compliance with health regulations and efficient loading/unloading procedures in partnership with dispatch teams.
- Implement and enforce departmental policies, operating procedures, training programs, and company standards.
- Oversee banquet refrigeration and freezer programs, ensuring compliance with all established SOPs.
- Lead employee engagement efforts through coaching, training, development, and performance management.
- Partner with the Banquet Chef team to manage food costs, control expenses, and maximize operational efficiencies.
- Ensure proper product rotation utilizing FIFO (First In, First Out) standards.
- Monitor and process requisitions accurately and ensure products are stored in designated areas.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working condition.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels and regularly restock kitchen supplies and food products.
- Ensure all products are properly labeled, dated, stored, and handled in accordance with sanitation standards.
- Read, interpret, and execute recipes while maintaining quality and consistency standards.
- Support chefs, cooks, pantry staff, and kitchen helpers in the successful execution of service.
- Serve as the acting kitchen leader in the absence of the Banquet Chef.
- Develop and manage production schedules and production lists to ensure efficient service execution.
- Conduct regular inventories and maintain established par levels.
- Communicate effectively with management and service teams to address operational needs and guest requests.
- Oversee hiring, training, coaching, recognition, performance management, and succession planning for assigned team members.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, employee satisfaction, and exceptional guest service.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Health Card, ServSafe certification required.
- 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in a related field required.
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred.
- Previous experience working in a similar resort setting preferred.
- Ability to communicate in Spanish and or Asian Languages preferred.
- Previous leadership experience at a multiple-outlet property with large-scale luxury Banquet business preferred.
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
- Free meals in our employee dining room.
- Free parking on and off shift.
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
This role will oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the kitchen facilities, including equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and health inspection protocols. Responsibilities will also encompass the set-up and management of satellite kitchens, ensuring compliance with health regulations and efficient loading/unloading procedures. This position will play a critical role in maintaining high culinary and stewarding standards. The Banquet Manager provides support to the Banquet Chef Team & banquet employees and reports directly to the Banquet exec sous chef team and Banquet Executive Chef. All duties are performed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Oversee the cleanliness, safety, organization, and overall upkeep of all banquet kitchen operations, including Hot, Cold, and Bakery production areas.
- Manage kitchen maintenance programs, including HotSOS requests, equipment repairs, and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Coordinate the setup and operation of satellite kitchens while ensuring compliance with health regulations and efficient loading/unloading procedures in partnership with dispatch teams.
- Implement and enforce departmental policies, operating procedures, training programs, and company standards.
- Oversee banquet refrigeration and freezer programs, ensuring compliance with all established SOPs.
- Lead employee engagement efforts through coaching, training, development, and performance management.
- Partner with the Banquet Chef team to manage food costs, control expenses, and maximize operational efficiencies.
- Ensure proper product rotation utilizing FIFO (First In, First Out) standards.
- Monitor and process requisitions accurately and ensure products are stored in designated areas.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working condition.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels and regularly restock kitchen supplies and food products.
- Ensure all products are properly labeled, dated, stored, and handled in accordance with sanitation standards.
- Read, interpret, and execute recipes while maintaining quality and consistency standards.
- Support chefs, cooks, pantry staff, and kitchen helpers in the successful execution of service.
- Serve as the acting kitchen leader in the absence of the Banquet Chef.
- Develop and manage production schedules and production lists to ensure efficient service execution.
- Conduct regular inventories and maintain established par levels.
- Communicate effectively with management and service teams to address operational needs and guest requests.
- Oversee hiring, training, coaching, recognition, performance management, and succession planning for assigned team members.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, employee satisfaction, and exceptional guest service.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Health Card, ServSafe certification required.
- 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in a related field required.
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred.
- Previous experience working in a similar resort setting preferred.
- Ability to communicate in Spanish and or Asian Languages preferred.
- Previous leadership experience at a multiple-outlet property with large-scale luxury Banquet business preferred.
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
- Free meals in our employee dining room.
- Free parking on and off shift.
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Kitchen Manager
Frame your credentials around degree-level duties
Employers sponsoring H-1B Kitchen Managers typically structure the role to require a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or food science. Document how your degree directly maps to menu development, food safety compliance, and cost control responsibilities before applying.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific metro area. Run your SOC code and location through the OFLC Wage Search so you enter salary conversations knowing the floor the LCA must clear.
Target multi-unit operators with dedicated HR teams
Restaurant groups operating across multiple states have established LCA and I-129 workflows and are more practiced at sponsoring specialty occupation roles. Search Migrate Mate to find hospitality employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for kitchen and food service management positions.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your role involves managing kitchens at more than one location, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite address. Raise this with HR before signing an offer to avoid status complications if you rotate between sites.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET profile for Food Service Managers lists the knowledge domains and education requirements USCIS reviewers reference. Pull the relevant tasks and education data from O*NET and work with your employer's immigration counsel to build a job description that satisfies the specialty occupation standard.
File before cap registration closes each cycle
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate your job search timeline with your prospective employer early. USCIS requires the I-129 petition to follow a successful registration, and delays in employer readiness can cause you to miss the cycle entirely.
H-1B Visa Kitchen Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Kitchen Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A Kitchen Manager position qualifies only when the employer structures it to require a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as hospitality management, culinary science, or food service administration. USCIS evaluates the actual duties, not just the job title. Employers who sponsor this role typically document that degree-level knowledge in food safety systems, cost management, or culinary arts is a normal requirement for entry into the position.
What documents should I prepare before approaching an employer about H-1B sponsorship?
Gather your foreign degree credentials, an official transcript, and any professional certifications in food safety or culinary management. If your degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a recognized agency confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Having these ready accelerates the employer's LCA and I-129 filing timeline and signals you understand the process.
How do I find hospitality employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for kitchen roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. This lets you identify restaurant groups and hotel operators that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor management positions, rather than approaching employers who have never navigated the process and may decline on administrative grounds alone.
How long does H-1B status last for a Kitchen Manager position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued status requires that a green card process, such as a PERM labor certification, has been filed and reached a qualifying stage. Extensions beyond six years are not guaranteed and depend on where your green card case stands.
What happens to my H-1B status if the restaurant I work for closes or changes ownership?
Your H-1B status is tied to your sponsoring employer, so a closure or ownership change that terminates your employment ends your authorized status. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and have a new I-129 petition filed on your behalf. Acting immediately is essential because the grace period does not reset if unused, and working during it without an active petition is not authorized.