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Visa sponsorship for restaurant jobs is extremely limited in the U.S. Most front-of-house and kitchen roles don't qualify for H-1B visas since they aren't considered specialty occupations. H-2B visa seasonal worker visas exist but have very low caps and are employer-initiated. Management-level positions at large restaurant groups occasionally qualify for L-1 or H-1B visa sponsorship, but these are rare and competitive. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Job ID E_ARL_41858
Store-ID 41858
Address 307 E FM 2410 RD, HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas, 76548, United States
Location Harker Heights, Texas
Store Type Corporate Store
Brand 7-Eleven
If you enjoy working as part of a management team and have previous supervisory experience, we would love the opportunity to talk with you about our Assistant Restaurant Leader Trainee role! We’re focused and dedicated to your success! We are committed to ensuring our employees receive proper training in order to provide excellent customer service to our customers on every visit. We offer full-time hours and a valuable management and leadership experience with competitive pay.
What we bring:
- A focus and dedication to your success! We are committed to ensuring our employees receive proper training so they can confidently provide excellent customer service to our customers every time they visit.
- A strong “promote from within” philosophy providing advancement opportunities for all levels.
Our benefits include:
- 401K Plan (US only)
- RRSP Plan (Canada only)
- Premium pay for holidays worked
- Paid PTO Plans
- Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
- Monthly bonus/incentive potential
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance (US only)
What you bring:
- Desire to oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching, alongside the Restaurant Leader, for all restaurant employees.
- Ability to oversee the restaurant condition and ensure that it complies with company policies & procedures as well as Health Department Standards.
- Strength ensuring proper preparation, presentation, and freshness of all foodservice products.
- Demonstrated ability to use P&L and store reports to affect change.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft products preferred Word, Excel).
- A High School diploma or GED is preferred, but not required for candidates that have at least one year of Restaurant Management experience.
- Ability to multi-task, perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
7-Eleven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
A copy of the complete job description, which includes the minimum requirements and essential functions of the position, is available on request.
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Assistant Restaurant Leader (Assistant Manager)
Job ID E_ARL_41858
Store-ID 41858
Address 307 E FM 2410 RD, HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas, 76548, United States
Location Harker Heights, Texas
Store Type Corporate Store
Brand 7-Eleven
If you enjoy working as part of a management team and have previous supervisory experience, we would love the opportunity to talk with you about our Assistant Restaurant Leader Trainee role! We’re focused and dedicated to your success! We are committed to ensuring our employees receive proper training in order to provide excellent customer service to our customers on every visit. We offer full-time hours and a valuable management and leadership experience with competitive pay.
What we bring:
- A focus and dedication to your success! We are committed to ensuring our employees receive proper training so they can confidently provide excellent customer service to our customers every time they visit.
- A strong “promote from within” philosophy providing advancement opportunities for all levels.
Our benefits include:
- 401K Plan (US only)
- RRSP Plan (Canada only)
- Premium pay for holidays worked
- Paid PTO Plans
- Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
- Monthly bonus/incentive potential
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance (US only)
What you bring:
- Desire to oversee and provide customer service leadership, training, and coaching, alongside the Restaurant Leader, for all restaurant employees.
- Ability to oversee the restaurant condition and ensure that it complies with company policies & procedures as well as Health Department Standards.
- Strength ensuring proper preparation, presentation, and freshness of all foodservice products.
- Demonstrated ability to use P&L and store reports to affect change.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft products preferred Word, Excel).
- A High School diploma or GED is preferred, but not required for candidates that have at least one year of Restaurant Management experience.
- Ability to multi-task, perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
7-Eleven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
A copy of the complete job description, which includes the minimum requirements and essential functions of the position, is available on request.
If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Restaurant Jobs
Distinguish between seasonal and corporate restaurant roles
The visa pathway depends entirely on the role level. Seasonal front-of-house and kitchen positions use the H-2B visa, while corporate and management roles at restaurant chains may qualify for H-1B. Knowing which path applies to your target role determines your entire job search strategy.
Target restaurant group corporate offices for H-1B roles
Companies like Darden Restaurants, Yum! Brands, Chipotle, and Starbucks have corporate offices with hundreds of non-restaurant positions in operations, analytics, marketing, and finance. These corporate roles are far more likely to support H-1B sponsorship than individual restaurant locations. Search for roles at company headquarters rather than store-level positions.
Leverage hospitality management degrees strategically
A bachelor's degree in hospitality management from an accredited U.S. or international program strengthens H-1B eligibility for restaurant management roles. Programs accredited by ACPHA (Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration) carry particular weight. If your program has a STEM-designated CIP code, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Consider hotel restaurant positions for broader sponsorship options
Restaurants within major hotel properties often benefit from the hotel's existing immigration infrastructure. A hotel that already sponsors H-1B workers for other departments may be more willing to sponsor restaurant management roles. Properties operated by Marriott, Hilton, or Hyatt have dedicated immigration teams that handle sponsorship across departments.
Build U.S. experience through J-1 hospitality programs
J-1 exchange visitor programs designed for hospitality professionals place participants in U.S. restaurants for 12-18 months. This gives you verifiable U.S. management experience, English-language references, and an understanding of American restaurant operations. Many J-1 participants transition to H-1B or H-2B roles with the same or different employers afterward.
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Find Restaurant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
What types of restaurant jobs can be sponsored through work visas?
Restaurant sponsorship options vary by role level. Front-of-house and kitchen positions at seasonal establishments commonly use H-2B visas, while management roles at large restaurant groups may qualify for H-1B sponsorship if they require a bachelor's degree. Corporate positions at restaurant chains - such as operations managers, marketing directors, and supply chain roles - are the most likely to qualify for H-1B.
How to find Restaurant jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find restaurant jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on established restaurant chains, hotel restaurant groups, and fine dining establishments that commonly sponsor H-1B, H-2B, or TN visas. These employers often need skilled chefs, restaurant managers, and specialized culinary professionals and are experienced with the sponsorship process.
Do restaurant chains sponsor visas for management positions?
Large restaurant groups like Darden (Olive Garden, LongHorn), Yum! Brands (Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut), and McDonald's corporate offices do sponsor H-1B visas for management and corporate roles. These positions typically require a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field. Individual franchise locations rarely sponsor on their own.
Can I use OPT to work in the restaurant industry after graduating from a U.S. hospitality program?
Yes, graduates of U.S. hospitality management programs can use their 12 months of post-completion OPT to work in restaurant management, operations, or corporate roles. However, most hospitality management degrees are not STEM-designated, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension is typically not available. Some universities have reclassified their programs under STEM-eligible CIP codes, so check with your school's international student office.
What restaurant roles have the strongest sponsorship prospects?
Corporate positions at restaurant chains - including operations, finance, supply chain, and technology roles - have the strongest H-1B sponsorship prospects because they clearly require specialized degrees. General managers of high-volume restaurants may also qualify if the employer can demonstrate that the role requires a hospitality management degree. Line-level positions are better suited to H-2B seasonal sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Restaurant jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a restaurant in Florida will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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