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Seasonal Sushi Cook - H2B Visa In Country

Zuma Vail H-2B Hospitality Full-timeVail, Colorado $22 - $25/hour
Posted Oct 2, 2026 · Expires Oct 25, 2026

Quick facts

Pay
$22 - $25/hour
Type
Full-time
Location
Vail, Colorado
Industry
Hospitality — 51 open jobs
Visa in listing
H-2B
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Job description

Seasonal: November 15 – April 18Pay: $22–$25/hourZuma Vail is seeking experienced Sushi Cooks to join our team for the upcoming winter season. This seasonal opportunity is available to H-2B candidates who are currently in the United States and eligible for an in-country H-2B transfer/change of employer.Main DutiesYour key responsibilities will include:Prepare sushi and sashimi dishes according to established recipes and plating standardsHandle and portion seafood, including slicing, filleting, and cutting fish for sushi and sashimiEnsure the freshness, quality, and proper storage of all seafood and ingredients used in sushi preparationFollow recipes and plating guidelines to ensure consistency and accuracy in sushi preparationMaintain cleanliness and organization of the sushi station, including equipment, tools, and work surfacesWhat We Look ForOur ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisineA natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large teamNaturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiencesPrevious experience as a Sushi Cook or Sushi Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment or sushi barProficiency in sushi preparation techniques, including knife skills, seafood handling, and sushi rollingKnowledge of different types of fish, seafood, and sushi ingredients, as well as sushi terminology and presentation stylesAbility to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as requiredBenefitsWe offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:World-Class training, designed to inspire and educateGlobal opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brandsFamily Meals are shared dailyRewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognitionStaff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!Our Commitment to InclusivityWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage. We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Visa sponsorship record

No public sponsorship records found

We didn't find H-1B, H-1B1, E-3 or green card (PERM) filings under the name Zuma Vail in the Department of Labor and USCIS data. That doesn't mean the job can't be sponsored — the company may file under a different legal name, be new to sponsorship, or sponsor a visa that isn't in these datasets (for example H-2B or J-1).

Tip: ask the recruiter early, in writing, which visa they sponsor and whether they cover the legal and filing fees.

Which visas can work for this job

Occupation: Cooks, Restaurant (SOC 35-2014) — estimated from the job title.

  • Mentioned in the listing

    H-2B

  • H-2B / H-2A (seasonal and temporary work)

    Temporary non-agricultural (H-2B) or agricultural (H-2A) jobs. The employer files a labor certification and petition; you apply for the visa at a US consulate. H-2B has a yearly cap of 66,000 (plus supplemental visas); H-2A has no cap.

  • EB-3 “other workers” green card

    Permanent residence for jobs that need less than 2 years of training. Waits for this category are long (often several years).

  • H-1B

    H-1B needs a role that requires at least a bachelor's degree, so it's usually not an option here.

Salary vs prevailing wage

Level III (experienced)

Cooks, Restaurant · Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area. Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).

L1L2L3L4
LevelPrevailing wageH-1B lottery odds*
Level I$35,235~15%
Level II$39,312~31%
Level III$43,410~46%
Level IV$47,486~61%

This job pays $45,760–$52,000 a year (converted from an hourly rate, 2,080 hours) — that's Level III (experienced). In the wage-weighted H-1B lottery a Level III registration gets 3 entries; estimated selection chance about 46% — better than average.

* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.

Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.