7 Ways to Find Chef Jobs in America
With over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry in New York and expertise in assisting chefs seeking employment across America, this guide introduces seven effective ways to find work.
1. Use Job Sites: In America, there are many job sites dedicated to the food and beverage industry. It's not efficient to start searching from scratch. Here are some sites that are rich in food and beverage industry opportunities:
- KIWAMI: Specialized in the food and beverage industry, providing thorough support by professionals familiar with the American market.
- QUICK USA: Handles many job postings for Japanese companies, including plentiful opportunities in the food and beverage industry.
- HRAIT: Posts numerous new job listings across America, including positions in Japanese and foreign food and beverage companies.
- JAC Recruitment USA: Supports employment and job changes in America, with opportunities in the food and beverage industry.
- TOP US: Since 1990, supports employment and job changes throughout America, with a wealth of positions in the food and beverage industry.
- Indeed: The world's largest job site, featuring many food-related job opportunities in America.
2. Approach Restaurants Directly: In New York and other urban areas, it can be effective to take your resume directly to restaurants. You might even get an interview on the spot. It's recommended to check the hiring status of the target restaurant before visiting. Salary negotiations are also typically handled directly with the restaurant, so firm up your ideal working conditions and salary expectations before negotiating.
3. Utilize Social Media: Nowadays, it is not uncommon for restaurants to recruit via Instagram or Facebook. Actively follow and approach the restaurants you're interested in.We also share job information and useful tips in the food and beverage industry, so please follow us at @Kiwami!
4. Get Referrals from Acquaintances or Colleagues: In the American food and beverage industry, hiring through referrals is very common. If you know someone working in the industry, ask if they can refer you. If referrals are difficult, don't worry. At Kiwami, a trusted community of food and beverage professionals shares job information.
5. Participate in Food and Networking Events: In New York, events for the restaurant industry are frequently held. Kiwami also continuously posts information about such events, so be sure to check them out.
6. Use Staffing Agencies Specializing in the Food Industry: Jobs in restaurants are always fluid, so using a staffing agency is another method. However, the reality is that many are introduced to understaffed situations. At Kiwami, we support finding a work style that suits you.
7. Prepare Visas and Work Permits: To work in America, the appropriate visa is necessary. Our site also posts job information that offers visa support, so if you're struggling with visa issues in your job search, be sure to utilize it.
Summary: To find chef jobs in America, it is important to use online job postings, direct approaches, social media, referrals, networking, staffing agencies, and to prepare for visas. Kiwami offers the latest job postings specialized in the New York food and beverage industry.
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