Food & Beverage H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
H-2B visa sponsorship food and beverage jobs in Illinois span seasonal processing facilities, brewery and distillery operations, and large-scale food production plants across Chicago, Rockford, and the broader Midwest agricultural corridor. Major employers in the state include Kraft Heinz, Archer Daniels Midland, and numerous regional processors that regularly petition for temporary nonagricultural workers to fill production and packaging roles.
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Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit Aramark Student Nutrition.
The Executive Chef Manager oversees comprehensive culinary operations with a hands-on approach, ensuring production aligns with strategic frameworks and operational excellence standards. Reporting to the Business Process Director, this role is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and food experiences. The position upholds food quality through standardized recipes, presentation techniques, and menu planning, while also driving team development through training, coaching, and employee recognition. The Executive Chef Manager fosters strong client and guest relationships by coordinating internal and external catering events and supports budgetary goals by executing company-delivered programs. Additionally, the role ensures compliance with Aramark safety protocols, maintains kitchen equipment, and enforces culinary standards across all operations.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $75,000.00 to $85,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
Culinary Strategy & Execution
- Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
- Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards
Food Standards & Quality
- Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
- Select and develop recipes and standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
- Establish presentation techniques and quality standards, and plan and price menus
Staff Leadership & Development
- Train and manage kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques
- Offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques
- Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
- Reward and recognize employees via employee recognition platform
Events & Client Relations
- Coordinate and oversee culinary activities and catering events both internal and external
- Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
Equipment & Safety
- Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
- Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations
- Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety and health
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience
- At least 2 years in a management role preferred
- Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience
- Food Truck experience preferred
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems.
- Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit Aramark Student Nutrition.
The Executive Chef Manager oversees comprehensive culinary operations with a hands-on approach, ensuring production aligns with strategic frameworks and operational excellence standards. Reporting to the Business Process Director, this role is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and food experiences. The position upholds food quality through standardized recipes, presentation techniques, and menu planning, while also driving team development through training, coaching, and employee recognition. The Executive Chef Manager fosters strong client and guest relationships by coordinating internal and external catering events and supports budgetary goals by executing company-delivered programs. Additionally, the role ensures compliance with Aramark safety protocols, maintains kitchen equipment, and enforces culinary standards across all operations.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $75,000.00 to $85,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
Culinary Strategy & Execution
- Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
- Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards
Food Standards & Quality
- Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
- Select and develop recipes and standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
- Establish presentation techniques and quality standards, and plan and price menus
Staff Leadership & Development
- Train and manage kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques
- Offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques
- Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
- Reward and recognize employees via employee recognition platform
Events & Client Relations
- Coordinate and oversee culinary activities and catering events both internal and external
- Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
Equipment & Safety
- Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
- Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations
- Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety and health
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience
- At least 2 years in a management role preferred
- Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience
- Food Truck experience preferred
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems.
- Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
H-2B Food & Beverage Job Roles in Illinois
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Search Food & Beverage Jobs in IllinoisFood & Beverage H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which food & beverage companies sponsor H-2B visas in Illinois?
Illinois-based food and beverage employers that have historically filed H-2B visa petitions include large processors and packagers concentrated around Chicago, Rockford, and the Illinois River corridor. Companies operating high-volume seasonal production lines, such as meat processing facilities, beverage bottlers, and snack food manufacturers, are among the most active filers. Sponsorship activity varies year to year depending on production cycles and available cap numbers.
Which cities in Illinois have the most food & beverage H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Chicago and its surrounding suburbs account for the highest concentration of food and beverage H-2B activity in Illinois, given the density of processing and distribution infrastructure. Rockford, Peoria, and Decatur also see consistent demand, particularly tied to grain processing, packaged goods manufacturing, and seasonal canning operations. Smaller cities along the Illinois River corridor occasionally post H-2B openings during peak production periods.
What types of food & beverage roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B sponsorship in food and beverage covers temporary nonagricultural positions, most commonly production line workers, packaging operators, food processing technicians, and sanitation crew members. To qualify, the employer must demonstrate the need is temporary and that sufficient U.S. workers are not available. Roles in quality control, machine operation, and warehouse fulfillment within beverage and packaged food facilities have also appeared in Illinois H-2B petitions.
How do I find food & beverage H-2B sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate lists food and beverage H-2B sponsorship jobs in Illinois and lets you filter specifically by visa type and industry, so you are not sorting through postings from employers who do not sponsor. Because H-2B roles are seasonal and cap-dependent, checking Migrate Mate regularly during the October through April filing windows gives you the best chance of finding active Illinois openings before positions are filled.
Are there any Illinois-specific or industry-specific considerations for H-2B sponsorship in food & beverage?
Illinois employers must file a temporary labor certification with the Department of Labor before submitting an H-2B petition to USCIS, and the role must meet the prevailing wage for that occupation in the specific Illinois county where work is performed. The annual H-2B cap of 66,000 visas applies nationally, so Illinois employers often file early in the fiscal year. Food and beverage roles with a clear seasonal peak, such as harvest-driven canning or holiday production surges, tend to have stronger documentation supporting the temporary-need requirement.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B food & beverage jobs in Illinois?
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.