If you are a chef and are trying to seek a work permit in the United States, then it might not be wise to apply for an H1B visa. This is because an H1B visa would only permit you to work in a five star hotel. In such a case, you have to be certified by an academician in the similar field. And managerial duties should be one of your key responsibilities. So, it is better suggested to go for the following visas – H-2B, H-3, B-1, E-2, J-1, L-1, O-1, Q-1 or the TN visas. Apart from these, gaining a Permanent Residence permit is another option.

While applying for the visa, it is important that the chef or cook mentions his job responsibilities very accurately. This is because according to the Department of Labor (DOL), both the jobs are different from each other.

The above mentioned visas would be granted based on your complete profile, your educational qualifications, work experience and your current job responsibilities.

So, it is best to contact an Immigration and Visa Specialist who can guide on the same appropriate. He would give you the latest information on the same which would help in taking a better decision.