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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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Delaware North’s Patina Group is hiring full-time and part-time Sushi Cooks to join our team at Momosan Ramen by Morimoto in Boston, Massachusetts. As a Sushi Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team members, operate kitchen equipment, uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations, and monitor the quantities, labor, and overhead costs. If you want to be part of a team that values teamwork and the joy of creating exceptional dining experiences, apply today!
Pay
$22.00 - $24.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.
What we offer
We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:
- Weekly pay
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee discounts
- Flexible work schedules
Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.
What will you do?
- Prepare high-quality sushi dishes by established recipes and standards.
- Ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients used in sushi preparation.
- Handle, slice, and present fish and other ingredients with precision and attention to detail.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain an efficient and organized workflow.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the sushi preparation area.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of ingredients.
- Uphold food safety regulations and practices.
- May be required to perform other duties as needed to support the overall goals and objectives of the team and organization.
More about you
- 1-2 years of experience as a sushi cook or similar role is required.
- In-depth knowledge of sushi preparation techniques.
- Strong knife skills and precision in handling raw fish and other ingredients.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise cutting and assembling of sushi.
- Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work in a potentially hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Pushing and pulling occasionally to move equipment.
- Kitchen environment – noise levels may be moderate-to-high.
Shift details
Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends
Who we are
Delaware North is a leader in food service management, operating some of the busiest and most famous kitchens in the world. This is no exception when it comes to serving up exquisite cuisines and unforgettable dining experiences in the Boston Hub area including locations such as Banners Kitchen & Tap, Momosan, and the Boston Hub Food Hall. Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$22.00 - $24.00 / hour
The opportunity
Delaware North’s Patina Group is hiring full-time and part-time Sushi Cooks to join our team at Momosan Ramen by Morimoto in Boston, Massachusetts. As a Sushi Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team members, operate kitchen equipment, uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations, and monitor the quantities, labor, and overhead costs. If you want to be part of a team that values teamwork and the joy of creating exceptional dining experiences, apply today!
Pay
$22.00 - $24.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.
What we offer
We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:
- Weekly pay
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee discounts
- Flexible work schedules
Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.
What will you do?
- Prepare high-quality sushi dishes by established recipes and standards.
- Ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients used in sushi preparation.
- Handle, slice, and present fish and other ingredients with precision and attention to detail.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain an efficient and organized workflow.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the sushi preparation area.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of ingredients.
- Uphold food safety regulations and practices.
- May be required to perform other duties as needed to support the overall goals and objectives of the team and organization.
More about you
- 1-2 years of experience as a sushi cook or similar role is required.
- In-depth knowledge of sushi preparation techniques.
- Strong knife skills and precision in handling raw fish and other ingredients.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise cutting and assembling of sushi.
- Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work in a potentially hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Pushing and pulling occasionally to move equipment.
- Kitchen environment – noise levels may be moderate-to-high.
Shift details
Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends
Who we are
Delaware North is a leader in food service management, operating some of the busiest and most famous kitchens in the world. This is no exception when it comes to serving up exquisite cuisines and unforgettable dining experiences in the Boston Hub area including locations such as Banners Kitchen & Tap, Momosan, and the Boston Hub Food Hall. Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
$22.00 - $24.00 / hour
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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.