H-2B Visa Sous Chef Jobs
Sous Chef jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are concentrated in seasonal resort kitchens, cruise-adjacent hospitality venues, and summer destination restaurants that ramp up staffing between April and September. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification before filing with USCIS, and the 66,000-visa annual cap fills quickly, so timing your application to the semi-annual release dates is critical.
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Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Sous Chef to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!
What's in it for you? When you join SHG you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! SHG provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:
- Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
- Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!
- Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
- 401k Plan + Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!
OUR COMPANY:
Schulte Hospitality Group is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and adjacent areas
- Creative menu planning to adjust to guest needs
- Overseeing food preparation
- Checking quality of food deliveries
- Ordering all food and cleaning supplies and maintaining proper supply levels
- Maintaining costs within budget levels
- Administrative tasks as required including invoice management, inventory, ordering, etc.
- Manage labor costs, schedules and productivity
- Hiring, coaching and disciplining direct reports
- Interacting positively and professionally with guests to resolve issues
- Acting as Manager on duty as required
- Perform various other duties as assigned by leadership to meet business objectives
- Open Availability required including nights, weekends, & holidays
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a culinary leadership role
- Food safety certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to multi-task
- Team player
- Ability to exceed expectations of guests
The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
Compensation: 60,000-70,000
Schulte Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Sous Chef to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!
What's in it for you? When you join SHG you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! SHG provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:
- Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
- Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!
- Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
- 401k Plan + Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!
OUR COMPANY:
Schulte Hospitality Group is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and adjacent areas
- Creative menu planning to adjust to guest needs
- Overseeing food preparation
- Checking quality of food deliveries
- Ordering all food and cleaning supplies and maintaining proper supply levels
- Maintaining costs within budget levels
- Administrative tasks as required including invoice management, inventory, ordering, etc.
- Manage labor costs, schedules and productivity
- Hiring, coaching and disciplining direct reports
- Interacting positively and professionally with guests to resolve issues
- Acting as Manager on duty as required
- Perform various other duties as assigned by leadership to meet business objectives
- Open Availability required including nights, weekends, & holidays
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a culinary leadership role
- Food safety certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to multi-task
- Team player
- Ability to exceed expectations of guests
The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.
Compensation: 60,000-70,000
Schulte Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Sous Chef
Translate your culinary credentials into U.S. equivalents
Foreign culinary diplomas and apprenticeship certificates aren't automatically recognized stateside. Get your credentials evaluated by a NACES-member agency before applying so your employer's H-2B visa petition reflects verified qualifications that satisfy DOL's temporary labor certification documentation requirements.
Target resorts with proven H-2B filing history
Search for Sous Chef roles at seasonal resorts, ski lodges, and summer camps that have filed H-2B petitions in prior years. Repeat filers already understand the DOL process, which shortens your onboarding timeline and reduces the risk of a first-time employer error derailing your petition.
Search verified H-2B employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Sous Chef openings filtered by employers with documented H-2B sponsorship history. This cuts out hospitality listings where visa support is ambiguous and connects you directly to kitchens that have navigated the DOL certification process before.
Confirm your start date aligns with cap release windows
USCIS splits the 66,000 H-2B annual cap into winter and summer halves, and both fill fast. Your employer must file no earlier than 90 days before your employment start date, so coordinate your agreed start date to align with the correct cap half and avoid losing your slot.
Request a prevailing wage determination before negotiating pay
Your employer's DOL-certified wage must meet the prevailing wage for Sous Chef roles in your work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before any offer discussion so you understand the minimum your employer is legally required to pay and can negotiate accurately above that floor.
Clarify your culinary specialization in the job order
DOL's temporary labor certification requires a specific job description. If you specialize in pastry, garde manger, or a particular cuisine, make sure those details appear in the official job order. A vague description can invite RFEs and weaken your employer's case for needing a foreign national.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Sous Chef jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search. It surfaces Sous Chef openings filtered specifically by employers with H-2B sponsorship history, so you're not wading through hospitality listings where visa support is unstated or uncertain. Focus your search on seasonal resorts, destination restaurants, and summer camp food service operations, which are the employer types most likely to hold active DOL temporary labor certifications for kitchen roles.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect Sous Chef applicants?
USCIS caps H-2B visas at 66,000 per fiscal year, split into two halves of 33,000 each for workers starting before and after April 1. Both halves routinely reach capacity shortly after the filing window opens. Your employer can file no more than 90 days before your employment start date, so aligning your start date with the correct cap half and filing promptly is essential to securing a visa number before the cap closes.
Can a Sous Chef role qualify for H-2B if it's year-round at a hotel?
No. H-2B requires the employer's need to be genuinely temporary, meaning seasonal, peak-load, intermittent, or a one-time occurrence. A hotel that staffs a Sous Chef position year-round cannot qualify that role for H-2B. Sponsoring employers must demonstrate to DOL that the need for the position is tied to a predictable seasonal cycle, not ongoing operational demand.
What documents should I prepare before a seasonal kitchen employer files my H-2B petition?
Gather your culinary diplomas, apprenticeship certificates, or trade school transcripts and have them evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluation service if they're from outside the U.S. Also prepare a detailed employment history showing prior seasonal kitchen roles, references from past employers, and a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity beyond your intended work period. Your employer will need these to support the I-129 petition filed with USCIS.