Restaurant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
Restaurant visa sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where hospitality groups like Darden Restaurants, Marriott-affiliated dining programs, and independent fine-dining operators regularly hire internationally. California's year-round tourism economy and diverse culinary scene create consistent demand for skilled chefs, kitchen managers, and front-of-house professionals seeking visa sponsorship.
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Patina Group, a subsidiary of Delaware North, is hiring a Restaurant Manager to join our team at Paseo in Anaheim, California. Paseo is an exciting fine dining concept created by celebrity chef Carlos Gaytán, renowned for his innovative approach to modern Mexican cuisine. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll bring exceptional hospitality and leadership skills to a collaborative team environment. You will oversee the coordination, supervision, and execution of all restaurant functions while prioritizing guest service excellence. Apply now to be a part of an exceptional restaurant group and a unique culinary experience crafted by one of the industry's most celebrated chefs.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $70,304 - $92,800 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Manage all restaurant operations, ensuring smooth coordination across all areas of the restaurant
- Train, motivate, and develop team members to maintain high performance and professionalism
- Maintain positive guest relations and high standards of service, addressing concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with administrative tasks including ordering, inventory, scheduling, and operational reporting
- Continuously monitor the point of sale system, checking for errors, price variations, and accuracy
- Monitor and enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with regulations
More about you
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, or similar role, preferably in a high-volume establishment with experience managing budgets, cost control, inventory, and an understanding of P&L’s
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and motivate team members
- Knowledge of food and beverage service standards, health regulations, and safety procedures
- Financial acumen and proficient computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and point of sale systems
- Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
Shift details
Weekends
Evenings
Holidays
Days
10hr shift
Who we are
Paseo offers a modern take on coastal cuisine in the Downtown Disney District, guided by Michelin starred Chef Carlos Gaytán. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and relaxed elegance of the Mediterranean and Latin America, the menu pairs fresh, seasonal ingredients with thoughtful presentation in a restaurant that balances sophistication with ease. With its contemporary design, open kitchen, and inviting energy, Paseo reflects the spirit of exploration and connection, creating an experience that feels both refined and welcoming.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
The opportunity
Patina Group, a subsidiary of Delaware North, is hiring a Restaurant Manager to join our team at Paseo in Anaheim, California. Paseo is an exciting fine dining concept created by celebrity chef Carlos Gaytán, renowned for his innovative approach to modern Mexican cuisine. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll bring exceptional hospitality and leadership skills to a collaborative team environment. You will oversee the coordination, supervision, and execution of all restaurant functions while prioritizing guest service excellence. Apply now to be a part of an exceptional restaurant group and a unique culinary experience crafted by one of the industry's most celebrated chefs.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $70,304 - $92,800 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.
What we offer
At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
- Paid vacation days and holidays
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
- Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
What will you do?
- Manage all restaurant operations, ensuring smooth coordination across all areas of the restaurant
- Train, motivate, and develop team members to maintain high performance and professionalism
- Maintain positive guest relations and high standards of service, addressing concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with administrative tasks including ordering, inventory, scheduling, and operational reporting
- Continuously monitor the point of sale system, checking for errors, price variations, and accuracy
- Monitor and enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with regulations
More about you
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, or similar role, preferably in a high-volume establishment with experience managing budgets, cost control, inventory, and an understanding of P&L’s
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and motivate team members
- Knowledge of food and beverage service standards, health regulations, and safety procedures
- Financial acumen and proficient computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and point of sale systems
- Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
Shift details
Weekends
Evenings
Holidays
Days
10hr shift
Who we are
Paseo offers a modern take on coastal cuisine in the Downtown Disney District, guided by Michelin starred Chef Carlos Gaytán. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and relaxed elegance of the Mediterranean and Latin America, the menu pairs fresh, seasonal ingredients with thoughtful presentation in a restaurant that balances sophistication with ease. With its contemporary design, open kitchen, and inviting energy, Paseo reflects the spirit of exploration and connection, creating an experience that feels both refined and welcoming.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Which companies sponsor visas for restaurant jobs in California?
Large hospitality groups with California operations, including Darden Restaurants, Compass Group, Sodexo, and hotel-affiliated dining programs from Marriott and Hilton, have documented records of visa sponsorship. Fine-dining establishments in Los Angeles and San Francisco also sponsor experienced chefs and culinary specialists, though sponsorship capacity varies significantly by restaurant size and ownership structure.
Which visa types are most common for restaurant roles in California?
The H-1B visa covers specialty occupation roles such as executive chefs and food and beverage managers where a relevant degree is required. The O-1A applies to chefs with extraordinary ability and documented recognition. The J-1 visa exchange visitor visa is common for culinary trainees and interns through approved sponsor organizations. EB-3 immigrant visas cover skilled and unskilled restaurant workers through employer-sponsored green card petitions.
Which cities in California have the most restaurant visa sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles has the highest concentration, driven by its hotel dining, entertainment venue restaurants, and celebrity chef establishments. San Francisco's dense fine-dining scene in neighborhoods like the Financial District and SoMa produces consistent sponsorship activity. San Diego's tourism and resort industry adds another cluster, particularly for culinary and food service management roles tied to large hotel groups.
How to find restaurant visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse restaurant roles in California without manually screening out positions that don't offer sponsorship. You can search by city or role type within California, focusing on employers in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego who have active sponsorship histories in hospitality and food service.
Are there any California-specific considerations for restaurant visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage requirements under Department of Labor standards apply to H-1B visa sponsored roles, and the state's high cost of living means prevailing wages for culinary positions are generally higher here than the national average. California also enforces strict labor laws independently, so sponsored restaurant workers are covered by state-level protections including meal break rules and overtime thresholds that exceed federal minimums.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored restaurant jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.