J-1 Visa Restaurant Manager Jobs
Restaurant Manager roles in the United States are available to international professionals through the J-1 Trainee and Intern program categories, both administered by U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organizations. Finding a host employer willing to structure a qualifying training plan is the first step toward securing J-1 sponsorship in hospitality management.
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Description
The Restaurant Server is responsible for the following:
- Providing fast and courteous service of food and beverages to members and ensure quality of food and beverage presentation per established standards.
- Alert management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total member satisfaction.
- Prepare food and beverages for service to club members and present food according to established health and presentation standards.
- Greet all members and take beverage and food orders in a prompt and professional manner.
- Clear and clean tables in a prompt and efficient manner. Clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirrors, and floors as necessary.
- Perform side-work, and any other opening or closing duties as required. Ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout shift.
- May assist with other duties as assigned. The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
Requirements
- Basic reading and writing.
- Food service experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations.
- Constant walking and standing.
- Handling food objects; plates, trays, glasses, etc.
- Bending, stooping, kneeling.
Other
- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with members, wait staff, cooks, and supervisor.
- Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
- Basic math skills are frequently used when handling cash and credit.
- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Pay Rate: $20 per hour
Please note, we have a no tipping policy.
At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses. Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.
Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring.
JOB DETAILS
Description
The Restaurant Server is responsible for the following:
- Providing fast and courteous service of food and beverages to members and ensure quality of food and beverage presentation per established standards.
- Alert management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total member satisfaction.
- Prepare food and beverages for service to club members and present food according to established health and presentation standards.
- Greet all members and take beverage and food orders in a prompt and professional manner.
- Clear and clean tables in a prompt and efficient manner. Clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirrors, and floors as necessary.
- Perform side-work, and any other opening or closing duties as required. Ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout shift.
- May assist with other duties as assigned. The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
Requirements
- Basic reading and writing.
- Food service experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations.
- Constant walking and standing.
- Handling food objects; plates, trays, glasses, etc.
- Bending, stooping, kneeling.
Other
- Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with members, wait staff, cooks, and supervisor.
- Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
- Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
- Basic math skills are frequently used when handling cash and credit.
- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Pay Rate: $20 per hour
Please note, we have a no tipping policy.
At Jonathan Club, our values of Family, Community, Wellness, Respect, and Passion are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our members by providing an extraordinary experience at both the Town and Beach clubhouses. Embracing diversity of interests, friendships, and community outreach, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment that fosters lifelong connections.
Jonathan Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Veteran. Jonathan Club will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for hiring.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Restaurant Manager
Document your hospitality credentials precisely
Gather transcripts, professional references, and a clear employment history showing progression in food service or hospitality. J-1 Trainee sponsors require proof you're building on existing education or experience, not filling a permanent staffing gap.
Build a training plan before approaching employers
J-1 Trainee and Intern programs require a structured Training Plan (DS-7002). Draft a phase-by-phase outline covering front-of-house, back-of-house, and management rotations before contacting host employers, so you arrive with a concrete proposal.
Target multi-unit restaurant groups over independent operators
Larger hospitality groups typically have HR teams familiar with J-1 host agreements and designated sponsor compliance. Independent restaurants rarely have the administrative infrastructure to partner with a State Department-designated sponsor organization.
Search roles filtered for J-1 compatibility on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. restaurant and hospitality employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs. Filtering by role and employer type saves significant time compared to cold outreach across general job boards.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants in hospitality management are subject to the two-year home-country residency requirement before changing to certain other visa categories. Confirm your eligibility status with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer's offer.
Confirm the host employer will sign the DS-7002
Many employers misunderstand J-1 obligations. The host must formally sign the Training Plan and commit to supervisor oversight and progress evaluations. Verify the employer is willing to fulfill these responsibilities before the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019.
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Find Restaurant Manager JobsRestaurant Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Restaurant Manager positions?
Most Restaurant Manager candidates qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they hold a hospitality-related degree and have at least one year of relevant experience, or if they have five or more years of full-time hospitality work. Current university students enrolled in a hospitality or business program may qualify under the J-1 Intern category instead. The key distinction is whether you're still in school or already working as a professional.
Who is the visa sponsor for a J-1 Restaurant Manager role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the restaurant or hospitality company itself. The employer acts as a host, providing the training environment and signing the DS-7002 Training Plan. The designated sponsor reviews your application, issues the DS-2019 certificate of eligibility, and monitors your compliance throughout the program.
How do I find restaurant employers willing to host J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. restaurant and hospitality roles by employer type, making it easier to identify host companies that have experience with exchange visitor programs. Once you identify a willing host employer, your designated sponsor organization handles the formal host agreement. Approaching employers with a drafted DS-7002 Training Plan significantly increases your chances of a positive response.
Can a J-1 Restaurant Manager role lead to long-term U.S. employment?
J-1 is a temporary exchange program, not a direct path to permanent employment. After completing your program, you must return home for at least 30 days before changing status, and some participants face a two-year home residency requirement depending on their country and funding source. If you're subject to that requirement, you'd need a waiver before switching to an H-1B or other work visa to remain in the U.S.
What does the DS-7002 Training Plan need to include for a Restaurant Manager role?
The DS-7002 must detail specific phases of training with measurable objectives, time allocations, and named supervisors. For restaurant management, this typically includes rotations across operations, inventory control, staff scheduling, and customer service standards. Vague plans that describe general work duties rather than structured learning objectives are routinely rejected by designated sponsor organizations.
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