dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Culinary Arts
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of executive chef qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director determined, referencing the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, that a bachelor's degree is not the normal minimum requirement for entry into the occupation. The petitioner also failed to show it was a common industry requirement or that the beneficiary's qualifications were equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Common Degree Requirement In Industry Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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