Sous Chef Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Sous chef positions can qualify for H-1B visa, O-1 visa, and other work visas if the role requires culinary degree credentials or exceptional ability. Most sponsored sous chef roles are at high-end restaurants, hotel chains, or resort properties that can demonstrate the specialized knowledge requirement for visa approval. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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At Victoria’s Secret & Co, you’ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.
We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.
Description
Position Summary:
As a VS&Co Food & Beverage Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef with the day-to-day preparation, catering and menu planning. Your customer service, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and leadership will contribute to the overall success of catering and Café. Hours are Monday to Friday 630am to 3pm and overtime and events as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- High level of customer service.
- Maintain sanitation and food safety practices for designated area.
- Assist with catering requirements.
- Assist with as needed Café projects.
- Accountable for following established schedules for baking, cooking, sanitation, etc.
- Effectively communicates, with all VS&Co associates and other business partners.
- Ability to flex and demonstrate proficiency at all service stations.
- Oversees sanitation and food safety techniques for Café.
- ServSafe certified and follows guidelines.
- Responsible for inventory management and supply ordering.
- Collaborate with Executive Chef to develop daily menu, recipes, and weekly specials.
- Collaborate with peers and Café staff to coordinate caterings/events.
- Oversee specific areas such as Bakery, Entrée, etc.
- Prepares and delegates execution of Café and catering menu items.
- Assist with Café floor presence and oversee stations.
- Has oversight for all service stations, Ampersand and catering and can lead the team in the absence Exempt Leadership.
- Collaborates with Executive Chef on menu items and recipes.
- Develops and executes plans, remains agile and able to adapt to change.
- Ability to have crucial conversations.
- Coordinate, plan, and execute daily shift start meeting and daily shift updates and end of shift communications/transitions.
- Train, coach, and develop team through training and experiences.
- Schedule adjustment flexibility may be required based business need.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations and increase efficiency.
Click here for benefit details related to this position.
Minimum Salary: $21.00
Maximum Salary: $27.56
VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of previous culinary experience preferred.
- ServSafe Certified.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Self-motivated and team oriented.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Outlook.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Understanding of how to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Service/Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to lift 30lbs.
- Ability to stand for 8-hour shifts with breaks.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Why You Belong Here
At Victoria’s Secret & Co, you’ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.
We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.
Description
Position Summary:
As a VS&Co Food & Beverage Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef with the day-to-day preparation, catering and menu planning. Your customer service, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and leadership will contribute to the overall success of catering and Café. Hours are Monday to Friday 630am to 3pm and overtime and events as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- High level of customer service.
- Maintain sanitation and food safety practices for designated area.
- Assist with catering requirements.
- Assist with as needed Café projects.
- Accountable for following established schedules for baking, cooking, sanitation, etc.
- Effectively communicates, with all VS&Co associates and other business partners.
- Ability to flex and demonstrate proficiency at all service stations.
- Oversees sanitation and food safety techniques for Café.
- ServSafe certified and follows guidelines.
- Responsible for inventory management and supply ordering.
- Collaborate with Executive Chef to develop daily menu, recipes, and weekly specials.
- Collaborate with peers and Café staff to coordinate caterings/events.
- Oversee specific areas such as Bakery, Entrée, etc.
- Prepares and delegates execution of Café and catering menu items.
- Assist with Café floor presence and oversee stations.
- Has oversight for all service stations, Ampersand and catering and can lead the team in the absence Exempt Leadership.
- Collaborates with Executive Chef on menu items and recipes.
- Develops and executes plans, remains agile and able to adapt to change.
- Ability to have crucial conversations.
- Coordinate, plan, and execute daily shift start meeting and daily shift updates and end of shift communications/transitions.
- Train, coach, and develop team through training and experiences.
- Schedule adjustment flexibility may be required based business need.
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations and increase efficiency.
Click here for benefit details related to this position.
Minimum Salary: $21.00
Maximum Salary: $27.56
VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of previous culinary experience preferred.
- ServSafe Certified.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Self-motivated and team oriented.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Outlook.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Understanding of how to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Service/Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to lift 30lbs.
- Ability to stand for 8-hour shifts with breaks.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Sous Chef
Target establishments with culinary education requirements
High-end restaurants and hotels that require culinary degrees or specialized training are more likely to sponsor visas, as they can demonstrate the role meets specialty occupation standards for H-1B approval.
Highlight specialized cuisine expertise
Emphasize expertise in specific cuisines, advanced techniques, or unique culinary traditions. USCIS views specialized knowledge as stronger justification for sponsorship than general cooking skills or basic food preparation experience.
Document formal culinary education
Culinary school diplomas, apprenticeships, or hospitality management degrees strengthen visa applications. Three years of progressive culinary experience can substitute for each year of missing formal education under degree equivalency rules.
Consider O-1 for exceptional culinary talent
Award-winning chefs or those with national recognition may qualify for O-1 visas. This path offers more flexibility than H-1B but requires extensive documentation of extraordinary ability and industry achievements.
Research hotel chains with sponsorship history
Major hotel groups like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt have established sponsorship programs. Check DOL disclosure data to identify which properties have successfully sponsored culinary positions in recent years.
Prepare for prevailing wage requirements
Employers must pay prevailing wages for the geographic area and experience level. Research regional wage standards through DOL databases to understand what sponsors must offer for compliant visa petitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do sous chefs need a culinary degree for visa sponsorship?
Not always required, but it significantly helps H-1B visa approval. USCIS considers culinary arts degrees as qualifying for specialty occupation status. Without a degree, you'll need to demonstrate equivalent experience through progressive roles and specialized training. Three years of professional cooking experience can substitute for one year of education.
How to find Sous Chef jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Sous Chef positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international culinary professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on upscale restaurants, hotel chains, resort properties, and catering companies that frequently hire international talent. These employers often sponsor H-1B, TN visa, or skilled worker visas for experienced sous chefs with strong culinary backgrounds.
What visa types work best for sous chef positions?
H-1B is most common for degree-holding chefs at upscale establishments. O-1 works for award-winning or nationally recognized chefs with extraordinary ability. L-1 visa applies if transferring within the same restaurant group internationally. TN visa covers Canadian and Mexican chefs, though the specialty occupation requirement still applies.
How do restaurants prove a sous chef role needs sponsorship?
Employers must demonstrate the position requires specialized knowledge beyond basic cooking. This includes menu development, advanced techniques, specific cuisine expertise, or supervisory responsibilities. The job description should emphasize culinary degree requirements and specialized skills rather than routine food preparation tasks.
What's the approval rate for sous chef H-1B petitions?
USCIS doesn't publish role-specific data, but culinary positions face higher scrutiny than traditional specialty occupations. Success depends on the employer's ability to demonstrate degree requirements and specialized knowledge. High-end restaurants with formal culinary education requirements typically see better approval rates than casual dining establishments.
Can sous chefs switch employers while on a work visa?
Yes, but the new employer must file a new petition. H-1B portability allows you to start working once the new petition is filed, before approval. The new role must be in the same or similar occupational classification. O-1 transfers require the new petition to be approved before starting work.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Sous Chef jobs?
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.