Sports H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
H-2B visa sponsorship sports jobs in Illinois draw from a strong seasonal hiring base, with employers ranging from major league stadium operators like the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox organizations to golf courses, ski resorts, and recreational facilities statewide. Chicago anchors most openings, but downstate venues and resort areas also participate in H-2B sponsorship cycles.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Sous Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: Jaari Williams, Executive Chef
SUMMARY
Plans and directs food preparation in all areas of the kitchen and food preparation areas.
Essential Functions:
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Assist in the preparation and design of high-quality plates of all menus.
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Interviews, selects, trains and supervises food staff.
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Organizes and conducts pre-shift and department meetings.
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Schedules and directs food staff in their work assignments.
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Interacts with guests; promoting food & beverage products and services.
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Recognizes and resolves guest complaints and concerns.
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Maintains food quality and service standards for location.
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Controls food costs including payroll, equipment, supplies and products.
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Prepare staff schedule.
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Maintains accurate inventory and appropriate supply levels.
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Maintains cleanliness and organization of kitchen and facility.
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Provides direct service to guests as needed, including serving guests and general clerical/cashier duties.
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Ensures a pleasant visit for each guest; maintains effective guest relations.
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Performs special projects delegated by management.
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Stays updated on latest developments pertinent to the department as well as the location.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
2 or more years food & beverage management/supervisor experience; BS degree in Culinary Science preferred. Excellent people and communication skills. Proven experience managing guest relations; dealing with stressful situations; and demonstrated outstanding customer service. Proven experience managing food & beverage operations and familiar with industry best practices. Must possess willingness to learn and perform new food & beverage programs and services. Excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, drive and motivation. Working knowledge of various computer programs (Microsoft Office, ChefTec, etc.). Flexibility with schedule with evenings and weekend work required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and interpret retail product labeling. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle, or feel. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to sit; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Sous Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: Jaari Williams, Executive Chef
SUMMARY
Plans and directs food preparation in all areas of the kitchen and food preparation areas.
Essential Functions:
-
Assist in the preparation and design of high-quality plates of all menus.
-
Interviews, selects, trains and supervises food staff.
-
Organizes and conducts pre-shift and department meetings.
-
Schedules and directs food staff in their work assignments.
-
Interacts with guests; promoting food & beverage products and services.
-
Recognizes and resolves guest complaints and concerns.
-
Maintains food quality and service standards for location.
-
Controls food costs including payroll, equipment, supplies and products.
-
Prepare staff schedule.
-
Maintains accurate inventory and appropriate supply levels.
-
Maintains cleanliness and organization of kitchen and facility.
-
Provides direct service to guests as needed, including serving guests and general clerical/cashier duties.
-
Ensures a pleasant visit for each guest; maintains effective guest relations.
-
Performs special projects delegated by management.
-
Stays updated on latest developments pertinent to the department as well as the location.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
2 or more years food & beverage management/supervisor experience; BS degree in Culinary Science preferred. Excellent people and communication skills. Proven experience managing guest relations; dealing with stressful situations; and demonstrated outstanding customer service. Proven experience managing food & beverage operations and familiar with industry best practices. Must possess willingness to learn and perform new food & beverage programs and services. Excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, drive and motivation. Working knowledge of various computer programs (Microsoft Office, ChefTec, etc.). Flexibility with schedule with evenings and weekend work required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and interpret retail product labeling. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of organization.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle, or feel. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to sit; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Search Sports Jobs in IllinoisSports H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which sports companies sponsor H-2B visas in Illinois?
Illinois H-2B visa sports sponsorship is concentrated among seasonal venue operators. Major league stadium management companies, large golf course operators, and recreation facility management firms are the most consistent filers. Organizations tied to Wrigley Field, Guaranteed Rate Field, and Soldier Field have used seasonal labor programs. Private golf clubs in the North Shore suburbs and resort-style facilities in the Fox Valley region also appear in Department of Labor H-2B disclosure data.
Which cities in Illinois have the most sports H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the largest share, driven by its professional sports venues and lakefront recreational facilities. The North Shore corridor, including Evanston and Lake Forest, has a concentration of private golf and tennis clubs that file H-2B petitions seasonally. Galena and the Quad Cities region attract seasonal workers for golf and outdoor recreation operations. Downstate university towns occasionally post H-2B roles tied to campus athletic and recreational facilities.
What types of sports roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B covers temporary, non-agricultural, non-specialty-occupation roles. In the sports and recreation sector, this typically includes groundskeepers, turf maintenance workers, golf course caddies and course crew, ski patrol and lift operators, stadium and arena event staff, and aquatics facility attendants. These positions qualify because they are seasonal in nature, tied to a specific sporting season or event calendar, and involve a genuine temporary need the employer cannot fill domestically.
How do I find sports H-2B sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate lists H-2B visa sponsorship jobs in the sports and recreation sector filtered by Illinois, so you can browse current openings from employers who have already committed to sponsoring. Because H-2B sports roles are tied to seasonal windows, checking Migrate Mate early, before the spring or summer hiring cycle opens, improves your chances of connecting with employers while petitions are still being prepared and filed with the Department of Labor.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for H-2B sports sponsorship?
Illinois employers filing H-2B petitions must comply with both federal requirements and Illinois wage and hour laws, which in some cases exceed federal minimums. The Chicago area's highly competitive seasonal labor market means employers who use H-2B often have well-established petitioning processes, but the annual H-2B cap and the competitive filing window apply uniformly regardless of location. Workers should confirm that the employer has received a certified temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor before accepting any offer.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B sports 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.