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Sushi Chef roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a degree in culinary arts or a closely related field and the employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying prevailing wage compliance. Hospitality groups, hotel chains, and high-volume Japanese restaurant operators are the most active H-1B filers for this occupation.
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Location: Maui, Hawaii, 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:
Experience elevated luxury at Maui's most glamorous oceanfront resort. Celebrate the wonders of Maui in our open-air beachfront Resort – and allow our team to pamper you in the spirit of Aloha. Inhale the fragrance of plumeria as you dip into our adults-only infinity pool. Or set out to explore the island; we’ll customize each step of your journey, then welcome you back to unwind in the most spacious accommodations on the island.
About the role
Prepare sushi food items per guest orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
What you will do
- Prepare food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
- Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
- Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
- Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage.
What you bring
- High School education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
- Minimum two years culinary or related work experience. Advanced culinary knowledge is expected for this position. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.
- Previous Sushi experience is preferred.
- Serve Safe Manager Certification or equivalent (within 3 months).
- Hawaii Food Handler’s Card.
- Tuberculosis Clearance.
What we offer
- Competitive salary & wages.
- Comprehensive benefits package (Including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), Roth, etc).
- Paid time off including Vacation, Sick time, Live Well Day, Community Care Day.
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
- Learning & Development Subsidy.
- Many career opportunities within the hotel and to other Four Seasons.
- Employee Travel Program.
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
- Complimentary Employee Meal and Paid Meal Break.
- Hourly Rate: $39.79.
Schedule & Hours
- Full time.
- The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day and scheduled days and times may vary based on need.
Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
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://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
Job ID: REQ10387015
Location: Maui, Hawaii, 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:
Experience elevated luxury at Maui's most glamorous oceanfront resort. Celebrate the wonders of Maui in our open-air beachfront Resort – and allow our team to pamper you in the spirit of Aloha. Inhale the fragrance of plumeria as you dip into our adults-only infinity pool. Or set out to explore the island; we’ll customize each step of your journey, then welcome you back to unwind in the most spacious accommodations on the island.
About the role
Prepare sushi food items per guest orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
What you will do
- Prepare food items according to guest orders of consistent quality following recipe cards, as well as production, portion, and presentation standards; complete mis en place and set-up station for breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner service.
- Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not prepare beyond estimated needs.
- Operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment, including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, tilt kettle, waffle iron, and flat top grill.
- Date all food containers and rotate as per policies, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures; check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up; note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages; return all food items not used to designated storage.
What you bring
- High School education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience.
- Minimum two years culinary or related work experience. Advanced culinary knowledge is expected for this position. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.
- Previous Sushi experience is preferred.
- Serve Safe Manager Certification or equivalent (within 3 months).
- Hawaii Food Handler’s Card.
- Tuberculosis Clearance.
What we offer
- Competitive salary & wages.
- Comprehensive benefits package (Including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), Roth, etc).
- Paid time off including Vacation, Sick time, Live Well Day, Community Care Day.
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
- Learning & Development Subsidy.
- Many career opportunities within the hotel and to other Four Seasons.
- Employee Travel Program.
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
- Complimentary Employee Meal and Paid Meal Break.
- Hourly Rate: $39.79.
Schedule & Hours
- Full time.
- The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day and scheduled days and times may vary based on need.
Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
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://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Sushi Chef
Verify your specialty occupation standing
Pull the O*NET profile for Sushi Chefs and confirm your job description requires theoretical and practical culinary arts knowledge at the bachelor's degree level. Without that link, USCIS may reject the specialty occupation classification.
Target hotel and hospitality group employers
Large hotel brands and multi-unit restaurant groups file LCAs far more consistently than independent sushi bars. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B filing history in food preparation and culinary roles.
Check the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 35-1011 and the employer's county to find the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the applicable level or the LCA won't be certified.
Request an employer enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is required for employers sponsoring H-1B workers. Ask prospective employers to confirm E-Verify status before the offer stage so you don't invest time in a process that stalls at the LCA filing step.
Document foreign culinary training carefully
If your culinary degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before the petition is filed. USCIS adjudicators scrutinize foreign culinary credentials closely for specialty occupation determinations.
Understand the cap and lottery timing
H-1B cap registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, cap-exempt employers such as certain nonprofit culinary institutes can file outside that window and offer an earlier start.
H-1B Visa Sushi Chef: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sushi Chef role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, typically culinary arts. Employer job descriptions that list only years of experience or vocational training without a degree requirement are frequently challenged. The stronger the employer's written justification tying the role to formal culinary education, the better the petition holds up under scrutiny.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Sushi Chefs?
Hotel chains, upscale Japanese restaurant groups, and resort hospitality companies are the most consistent H-1B filers for culinary roles. Independent sushi restaurants rarely have the HR infrastructure or legal budget to navigate the process. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history in culinary categories on Migrate Mate to identify which operators have actually gone through the process before.
What wage level applies to an H-1B Sushi Chef position?
The DOL assigns prevailing wages using SOC code 35-1011 for chefs and head cooks. The applicable wage level depends on your job duties, supervision responsibilities, and the complexity of your role at that specific location. You or your employer can verify the local prevailing wage using the OFLC Wage Search before the LCA is submitted, which is a required step before USCIS will accept the H-1B petition.
Can my employer file for H-1B sponsorship if I'm already working in the U.S. on another visa?
Yes. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, TN visa, or another nonimmigrant status, your employer can file an H-1B petition on your behalf during the annual cap registration period each March. If selected in the lottery, your status changes to H-1B on October 1. The cap-gap rule protects F-1 OPT holders whose EAD expires between April 1 and October 1 while the petition is pending.
Does H-1B sponsorship cover spouse or dependent visas for a Sushi Chef?
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 are eligible for H-4 dependent visas once your H-1B is approved. H-4 status allows them to live in the U.S. for the same period as your H-1B. H-4 holders aren't automatically authorized to work, but your spouse may apply for an H-4 EAD if you've reached a specific stage in the green card process.