TN Visa Restaurant Jobs
Restaurant jobs in the U.S. rarely come with built-in TN visa sponsorship, but management, dietary consulting, and nutrition-adjacent roles in food service can qualify under USMCA professional categories. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate without a cap; Mexican citizens go through a consulate with a limited annual allocation.
See All Restaurant JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 84+ Restaurant jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 84+ Restaurant jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Restaurant roles.
Get Access To All JobsAbout Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A luxury Oahu resort on the island's sunny Western Coast. Join us in Ko Olina and find your very own place of joy. Our beachfront island Resort sits on Oahu’s wild and rugged western coast, where vast ocean views and lively pools and lagoons provide the setting for an unforgettable adventure. Take the family for a ride on an outrigger canoe, splash around in the turquoise waters of our white-sand beach, play a round of golf as you weave through waterfalls at Ko Olina Golf Club, or spend the day reconnecting with your inner self at Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre.
Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina is looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager for Mina's Fish House who has a passion for excellence and the spirit of aloha.
The Assistant Restaurant Manager reports to the Restaurant General Manager and plans, organizes, controls and directs the work of employees in Mina's Fish House Restaurant while ensuring guest satisfaction.
ABOUT MINA GROUP
MINA Group is a San Francisco-based restaurant management company specializing in creating and operating upscale, innovative restaurant concepts. MINA Group is led by Chef/Founder Michael Mina whose accolades include James Beard Foundation “Who’s Who of Food and Beverage” inductee in 2013, Bon Appétit Chef of the Year, Food Arts Silver Spoon Award Winner, San Francisco Magazine Chef of the Year, and International Food and Beverage Forum’s Restaurateur of the Year. Operating since 2003, MINA Group currently manages 32 concepts including MICHAEL MINA in San Francisco and Las Vegas; RN74 in San Francisco and Seattle; PABU in San Francisco and Boston; THE RAMEN BAR in San Francisco; BOURBON STEAK in Miami, DC, Scottsdale, Glendale and Santa Clara; STRIPSTEAK in Las Vegas, Miami Beach and Waikiki; BARDOT BRASSERIE in Las Vegas; PIZZA & BURGER in Miami Beach; LOCALE MARKET and FARMTABLE KITCHEN in St Petersburg, Florida; THE HANDLE BAR in Jackson Hole; THE STREET SOCIAL HOUSE in Waikiki; and MARGEAUX BRASSERIE and PETIT MARGEAUX in Chicago.
About Four Seasons Resort O'ahu at Ko Olina
On Oahu’s sunny western coast – wild, rugged and conveniently close to Honolulu and Waikiki Beach – Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina balances a classic Hawaiian style with one-of-a-kind luxury.
Chic and light-filled with vast ocean views, our 370 accommodations provide a personal sanctuary in this all-encompassing Hawaiian luxury beach resort. Restaurants and bars are infused with the magnetic energy of Ko Olina. Guests have the opportunity to splash into lively pools and lagoons, with numerous water sports right off the Resort’s own beach. They are also able to play tennis and golf, then relax in the Spa – wrapped in the effortless elegance of Four Seasons.
What you will do:
- Strong guest engagement skills to effectively develop guest rapport and ensure strong outlet success in achieving high level of guest comment card scores consistently above benchmark.
- Strong restaurant floor presence skills demonstrating five star and five diamond service excellence, leadership, food and beverage knowledge and attention to service standard compliance detail.
- Strong inventory controls, understanding international wines, spirits, and beers.
- Strong bar background, ability to drive innovative mixology program.
- Innovative style to drive a dynamic restaurant operation, unique and one of a kind guest experience.
What you will bring:
- College degree specializing in hotel/restaurant management or equivalent required.
- 1-2 years prior experience in a supervisory or assistant manager position in food & beverage required.
- Strong systems knowledge using Micros, Hotsos, Avero, Opentable preferred but not required.
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities
- Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniform
- Complimentary Employee Meals
Compensation: $76,490.89 per year
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A luxury Oahu resort on the island's sunny Western Coast. Join us in Ko Olina and find your very own place of joy. Our beachfront island Resort sits on Oahu’s wild and rugged western coast, where vast ocean views and lively pools and lagoons provide the setting for an unforgettable adventure. Take the family for a ride on an outrigger canoe, splash around in the turquoise waters of our white-sand beach, play a round of golf as you weave through waterfalls at Ko Olina Golf Club, or spend the day reconnecting with your inner self at Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre.
Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina is looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager for Mina's Fish House who has a passion for excellence and the spirit of aloha.
The Assistant Restaurant Manager reports to the Restaurant General Manager and plans, organizes, controls and directs the work of employees in Mina's Fish House Restaurant while ensuring guest satisfaction.
ABOUT MINA GROUP
MINA Group is a San Francisco-based restaurant management company specializing in creating and operating upscale, innovative restaurant concepts. MINA Group is led by Chef/Founder Michael Mina whose accolades include James Beard Foundation “Who’s Who of Food and Beverage” inductee in 2013, Bon Appétit Chef of the Year, Food Arts Silver Spoon Award Winner, San Francisco Magazine Chef of the Year, and International Food and Beverage Forum’s Restaurateur of the Year. Operating since 2003, MINA Group currently manages 32 concepts including MICHAEL MINA in San Francisco and Las Vegas; RN74 in San Francisco and Seattle; PABU in San Francisco and Boston; THE RAMEN BAR in San Francisco; BOURBON STEAK in Miami, DC, Scottsdale, Glendale and Santa Clara; STRIPSTEAK in Las Vegas, Miami Beach and Waikiki; BARDOT BRASSERIE in Las Vegas; PIZZA & BURGER in Miami Beach; LOCALE MARKET and FARMTABLE KITCHEN in St Petersburg, Florida; THE HANDLE BAR in Jackson Hole; THE STREET SOCIAL HOUSE in Waikiki; and MARGEAUX BRASSERIE and PETIT MARGEAUX in Chicago.
About Four Seasons Resort O'ahu at Ko Olina
On Oahu’s sunny western coast – wild, rugged and conveniently close to Honolulu and Waikiki Beach – Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina balances a classic Hawaiian style with one-of-a-kind luxury.
Chic and light-filled with vast ocean views, our 370 accommodations provide a personal sanctuary in this all-encompassing Hawaiian luxury beach resort. Restaurants and bars are infused with the magnetic energy of Ko Olina. Guests have the opportunity to splash into lively pools and lagoons, with numerous water sports right off the Resort’s own beach. They are also able to play tennis and golf, then relax in the Spa – wrapped in the effortless elegance of Four Seasons.
What you will do:
- Strong guest engagement skills to effectively develop guest rapport and ensure strong outlet success in achieving high level of guest comment card scores consistently above benchmark.
- Strong restaurant floor presence skills demonstrating five star and five diamond service excellence, leadership, food and beverage knowledge and attention to service standard compliance detail.
- Strong inventory controls, understanding international wines, spirits, and beers.
- Strong bar background, ability to drive innovative mixology program.
- Innovative style to drive a dynamic restaurant operation, unique and one of a kind guest experience.
What you will bring:
- College degree specializing in hotel/restaurant management or equivalent required.
- 1-2 years prior experience in a supervisory or assistant manager position in food & beverage required.
- Strong systems knowledge using Micros, Hotsos, Avero, Opentable preferred but not required.
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities
- Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniform
- Complimentary Employee Meals
Compensation: $76,490.89 per year
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
See all 84+ Restaurant jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Restaurant roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Restaurant
Match your credentials to qualifying TN categories
Restaurant roles qualify for TN status through categories like Dietitian, Nutritionist, or Management Consultant. Gather your degree certificates and verify the field of study aligns with the specific USMCA professional category your offer letter will cite.
Target chains with dedicated immigration HR teams
Hospitality groups operating across the U.S. and Canada are far more likely to have processed TN documentation before. Focus your search on multi-unit operators where HR already understands USMCA professional sponsorship requirements and won't treat your request as a first.
Get your job offer letter TN-ready before applying
The offer letter must state your professional category, duties, and that the role requires your specific degree. A vague letter citing general kitchen management duties can trigger a CBP denial at the border. Ask HR to use the exact USMCA category language.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles at visa-sponsoring employers
Most restaurant job listings don't flag visa sponsorship. Search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with recent visa filings in food service and hospitality, so you're not guessing which employers have experience sponsoring work visas at the offer stage.
Prepare for CBP questions on specialty occupation status
Canadian applicants processed at the border face officer scrutiny on whether a restaurant role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree. Bring your diploma, transcripts, and a concise written summary of how your duties require specialized professional knowledge, not just supervisory experience.
Confirm Mexican TN allocation timing with your employer early
Mexican citizens have a 5,500-per-year TN cap managed through consular processing. Ask your prospective employer to confirm the timeline for consulate scheduling before you resign from a current position, since peak periods can add weeks to appointment availability.
Restaurant jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Restaurant JobsRestaurant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which restaurant roles actually qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
TN status covers specific USMCA professional categories, not job titles. Restaurant roles that can qualify include Dietitian or Nutritionist, Management Consultant engaged in food service operations, and Hotel Manager if the establishment qualifies. General chef, line cook, and front-of-house positions do not meet the professional degree requirement and are not eligible.
How does TN compare to H-1B for restaurant and hospitality professionals?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable than H-1B for qualifying roles. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance and a lottery selection. TN can be obtained at a port of entry for Canadians the same day. Mexican nationals face a 5,500-per-year TN cap, but the process still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
How do I find restaurant employers who will sponsor a TN visa?
Most hospitality job listings don't disclose sponsorship willingness upfront. Migrate Mate filters employers by recent visa filings, so you can focus on operations that have already sponsored work visas rather than discovering a hard no after multiple interview rounds.
Can I switch restaurant employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You cannot start working for a new employer until your new TN documentation is in place. Canadian citizens can obtain new TN status at the border with a fresh offer letter from the new employer. Mexican citizens need to return to a U.S. consulate. Confirm the new role still meets the professional category requirements before making the move.
What happens if CBP denies my TN application at the border for a restaurant role?
A denial at the port of entry typically means the officer found the role doesn't require a bachelor's degree in a professional specialty or that your credentials don't support the cited category. You can reapply with stronger documentation, including a more detailed duty description and supporting degree transcripts, but there is no formal appeal process from a CBP border denial.
See which Restaurant employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Restaurant Jobs