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Executive Chef roles can qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA when the position requires a degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or a closely related field. Canadian citizens apply at the border or a U.S. consulate; Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate with a visa stamp.
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The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Office of Labor Relations is responsible for providing centralized direction for labor and employment issues facing the Department, including:
- Representing the Department in collective bargaining with over 40 uniformed and civilian unions
- Preparing City proposals for collective bargaining
- Researching the operational impact of proposals on the Department
- Researching relevant policies, procedures, practices and other issues that affect the negotiation of new collective bargaining agreements
- Preparing cases for mediation and arbitration hearings
- Providing expert witness testimony
- Implementing changes resulting from new collective bargaining agreements and arbitration awards
- Providing advice and guidance to Department members regarding collective bargaining interpretations and prior award decisions
Under the executive direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget (Chief Financial Officer) and with broad latitude to exercise independent judgment, action and decision making, the Executive Director, Labor Counsel is responsible for developing the Police Department's legal strategy for grievances, disciplinary hearings, arbitration, improper practice petitions, and other litigation from Department employees and unions in conjunction with the Mayor's Office of Labor Relations. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Serves as the chief labor law advisor to the Deputy Commissioner, Management and Budget
- Provides the staff with advice and guidance on legal issues, labor law, employment law, disciplinary issues and contractual interpretation and supervises related work
- Provides legal advice and counsel to high level Department executives on the application of relevant labor rules, laws, contracts, and regulations
- Manages and resolves employee grievances
- Manages and resolves civilian disciplinary cases and supervises all Step II disciplinary hearings
- Represents the Department at Labor/Management meetings with uniformed and civilian unions
- Represents the Department's interests during collective bargaining
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work
- Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the NYS Bar
- At least seven years of Labor, Employment, and Collective Bargaining Law practice in New York State
- A thorough knowledge of NYC Collective Bargaining Law, Administrative Code, and other relevant local, state, and federal laws
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to clearly and practically convey nuanced legal topics
- Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, including managing teams and working with peers across an organization
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $83,718.00 – $223,299.00
HOURS/SHIFT
0900 X 1700
To Apply
Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID #782488
INTRODUCTION
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Office of Labor Relations is responsible for providing centralized direction for labor and employment issues facing the Department, including:
- Representing the Department in collective bargaining with over 40 uniformed and civilian unions
- Preparing City proposals for collective bargaining
- Researching the operational impact of proposals on the Department
- Researching relevant policies, procedures, practices and other issues that affect the negotiation of new collective bargaining agreements
- Preparing cases for mediation and arbitration hearings
- Providing expert witness testimony
- Implementing changes resulting from new collective bargaining agreements and arbitration awards
- Providing advice and guidance to Department members regarding collective bargaining interpretations and prior award decisions
Under the executive direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget (Chief Financial Officer) and with broad latitude to exercise independent judgment, action and decision making, the Executive Director, Labor Counsel is responsible for developing the Police Department's legal strategy for grievances, disciplinary hearings, arbitration, improper practice petitions, and other litigation from Department employees and unions in conjunction with the Mayor's Office of Labor Relations. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Serves as the chief labor law advisor to the Deputy Commissioner, Management and Budget
- Provides the staff with advice and guidance on legal issues, labor law, employment law, disciplinary issues and contractual interpretation and supervises related work
- Provides legal advice and counsel to high level Department executives on the application of relevant labor rules, laws, contracts, and regulations
- Manages and resolves employee grievances
- Manages and resolves civilian disciplinary cases and supervises all Step II disciplinary hearings
- Represents the Department at Labor/Management meetings with uniformed and civilian unions
- Represents the Department's interests during collective bargaining
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work
- Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Admission to the NYS Bar
- At least seven years of Labor, Employment, and Collective Bargaining Law practice in New York State
- A thorough knowledge of NYC Collective Bargaining Law, Administrative Code, and other relevant local, state, and federal laws
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to clearly and practically convey nuanced legal topics
- Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, including managing teams and working with peers across an organization
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $83,718.00 – $223,299.00
HOURS/SHIFT
0900 X 1700
To Apply
Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID #782488
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Executive Chef
Match your credentials to the role
TN visa classification requires your degree to align with the specific Executive Chef position. A culinary arts or hospitality management degree supports the application; a general business degree alone won't. Gather your transcripts and any professional certifications before outreach.
Target hospitality groups with multi-property operations
Hotel groups, resort chains, and restaurant groups with multiple U.S. locations are more likely to have HR teams experienced in TN sponsorship. A single-location independent restaurant may offer the role but lack the process knowledge to execute the paperwork.
Clarify sponsorship capability before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether they've sponsored TN visas before and who internally owns the filing. Many employers will agree to sponsor but haven't done it, which delays your start date and can jeopardize your status timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-eligible chef roles
Searching broadly for Executive Chef roles wastes time on employers unfamiliar with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters for Executive Chef positions at employers with recent visa filings, so you can focus outreach on companies experienced with supporting international workers.
Prepare a TN support letter that addresses specialty occupation
Your employer's support letter must explain why the Executive Chef role requires a specialized degree, not just culinary experience. USCIS scrutinizes roles where experiential qualifications are common. The letter should connect your specific credentials to the duties of the position.
Understand the Mexican TN annual cap before you commit
Mexican citizens are subject to an annual TN allocation under USMCA, unlike Canadians who face no cap. If you're a Mexican national applying late in the fiscal year, confirm your employer is prepared to file promptly to avoid delays from cap exhaustion.
Executive Chef TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Executive Chef role actually qualify for a TN visa?
It can, but it depends on how the role is structured. The TN visa covers professionals in occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. An Executive Chef position tied to a degree in culinary arts or hospitality management qualifies. Roles where the employer focuses primarily on years of kitchen experience, without a degree requirement, are harder to support and may face additional scrutiny.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Executive Chef positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, which makes it significantly more predictable than H-1B visa. H-1B requires a petition filed months in advance, a lottery selection, and a fixed start date. TN allows Canadians to apply at the border on the day they start, with a support letter and credentials in hand. Mexican citizens use the consular process, which adds time but still avoids the lottery.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a support letter on company letterhead that describes your specific duties, confirms the degree requirement for the position, states your offered compensation, and declares the temporary nature of the engagement. USCIS does not adjudicate TN petitions for Canadians, so the letter is reviewed at the port of entry or consulate directly. The letter must be detailed enough to satisfy a CBP officer or consular officer on the spot.
Where can I find Executive Chef jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means you spend significant time contacting employers who aren't set up to sponsor work visas. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals and surfaces Executive Chef roles at employers with recent visa filings, so you can target your search more efficiently.
Can I switch Executive Chef employers after my TN is approved?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to the specific employer listed in your application. Changing employers requires your new employer to issue a fresh support letter and, for Canadians, a new TN entry at the border or port of entry. Mexican nationals would need a new consular appointment. There is no grace period for employer changes, so time the transition carefully to avoid a gap in work authorization.