H-2B Visa Banquet Cook Jobs
Banquet Cook jobs are among the most reliably sponsored H-2B visa roles in U.S. hospitality, with hotels, resorts, and event venues filing for seasonal workers every winter and summer cycle. Employers must secure DOL labor certification before petitioning USCIS, so finding a position with confirmed H-2B visa sponsorship before the cap fills is essential.
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Hilton Anatole is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook I to join our team!
As a AAA 4-Diamond property spanning 45 acres and featuring over 1,600 luxurious rooms, 600,000 square feet of event space, and seven unique dining options, Hilton Anatole is the epitome of excellence in hospitality.
We are seeking an energetic individual who is career driven, with a positive approach to hospitality.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Cook, you would be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards
- Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times
- Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
- Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products
- Stock and maintain designated food station(s)
- Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen
- Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations
- Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Have a solidified knowledge of culinary preparation and execution
- Have previous experience in a professional production kitchen
- Have a detail-oriented approach to your work
- Have previous experience working in a time-sensitive atmosphere
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
BENEFITS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
- Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Flexible shifts and days off
- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare
- Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.
WHAT WILL IT BE LIKE TO WORK FOR HILTON?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
INTRODUCTION
Hilton Anatole is seeking an experienced Banquet Cook I to join our team!
As a AAA 4-Diamond property spanning 45 acres and featuring over 1,600 luxurious rooms, 600,000 square feet of event space, and seven unique dining options, Hilton Anatole is the epitome of excellence in hospitality.
We are seeking an energetic individual who is career driven, with a positive approach to hospitality.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Cook, you would be responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Prepare food items according to designated recipes and quality standards
- Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times
- Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
- Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products
- Stock and maintain designated food station(s)
- Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen
- Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations
- Prepare requisitions for supplies and food items, as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Have a solidified knowledge of culinary preparation and execution
- Have previous experience in a professional production kitchen
- Have a detail-oriented approach to your work
- Have previous experience working in a time-sensitive atmosphere
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
BENEFITS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
- Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Flexible shifts and days off
- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare
- Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.
WHAT WILL IT BE LIKE TO WORK FOR HILTON?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Banquet Cook
Document your catering and banquet experience
Compile employment records, chef references, and any food handler certifications before applying. H-2B employers need to demonstrate the temporary nature of the role, and your prior banquet kitchen experience strengthens the employer's DOL filing.
Target resort and hotel groups with recurring H-2B filings
Large seasonal resorts and convention hotel groups file H-2B petitions every cycle rather than just occasionally. Prioritizing employers with an established sponsorship history means the labor certification and USCIS petition process is already familiar to their HR teams.
Search verified H-2B banquet cook openings on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters listings by verified H-2B sponsorship status, so you're not applying blindly to employers who haven't confirmed they'll file. Use it to find banquet cook roles at properties that have already secured or are actively pursuing DOL certification.
Apply well before the January and July cap deadlines
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits into two halves: 33,000 for October through March start dates and 33,000 for April through September. Banquet cook demand peaks around holidays, so employers in high-volume event markets exhaust their cap allocation quickly.
Confirm the employer has filed the labor certification with DOL
Before accepting any offer, ask whether the employer has already submitted or received certification from DOL through the Foreign Labor Application Gateway. An offer without a certified application in progress offers no guarantee of sponsorship.
Verify your employer is E-Verify enrolled before you arrive
H-2B workers must be authorized through E-Verify once on-site. Confirming your employer is actively enrolled before you travel avoids onboarding delays that can affect your first scheduled banquet shifts and your immigration record.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find banquet cook jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search banquet cook openings that include confirmed H-2B sponsorship. Standard job boards mix sponsored and non-sponsored listings without filtering, which wastes time. Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively filing or approved for H-2B labor certification, so you can focus on roles where sponsorship is already part of the offer.
How does the H-2B cap affect banquet cook hiring timelines?
The H-2B program allows 66,000 visas annually, split evenly between the two fiscal half-years. Banquet cook demand clusters around holiday event seasons, meaning employers in resort markets often reach their allocation within days of USCIS opening the filing window. Starting your search three to four months before your intended start date gives employers enough runway to complete the DOL labor certification and USCIS petition before cap numbers close.
What credentials do I need to qualify as an H-2B banquet cook?
H-2B does not require a formal culinary degree, but employers must demonstrate to DOL that the role is genuinely temporary and that no qualified U.S. workers are available. In practice, banquet cook applicants benefit from documented prior experience in high-volume kitchen environments, food safety certifications, and references from previous banquet or catering employers that confirm your role-specific skills.
Can I change banquet cook employers while on H-2B status?
H-2B status is employer-specific, meaning your authorization is tied to the petitioning employer named in the USCIS approval. Changing employers mid-season requires the new employer to file a separate H-2B petition and receive approval before you begin work. Gaps between employment are not permitted, so any employer transition must be planned carefully and coordinated with USCIS.
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