Hiring and Sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors (SOC Code 1222)

Restaurant and Catering Establishment Managers and Proprietors, classified under SOC Code 1222, are pivotal to the successful operation of dining establishments, ensuring that both customer satisfaction and business objectives are met. The responsibilities of these professionals include:

• Planning Catering Services: Develop strategies for catering offerings and direct staff in the execution of these services.
• Quality Control: Decide on the range and quality of meals and beverages provided, ensuring compliance with customer expectations and statutory regulations.
• Customer Interaction: Discuss and accommodate customer requirements, particularly for special occasions, to enhance the dining experience.
• Supply Management: Oversee the purchasing of supplies and ensure accounts are accurately prepared, maintaining financial efficiency.
• Hygiene and Safety Standards: Verify that the quality of food, beverages, and service is maintained, and ensure that kitchen and dining areas uphold high cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Collaboration: Plan and arrange food preparation in collaboration with kitchen staff and organize the provision and management of waiting or counter staff.
• Resource Optimization: Monitor the usage of supplies and implement measures to prevent wastage and loss, ensuring operations stay within budget limits.
• Strategic Planning: Determine staffing, financial requirements, material needs, and other short- and long-term goals to foster growth and sustainability.

With the increasing demand for unique dining experiences in the UK, skilled managers and proprietors are essential for enhancing culinary offerings and sustaining high standards in restaurant and catering services. This guide will assist HR professionals in hiring and sponsoring these crucial roles under the UK’s immigration system.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors?

SOC Code 1222 refers to restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors who oversee the operations of food service establishments. Their responsibilities can include:

• Planning catering services: Developing and organizing catering offerings for various events and occasions.
• Directing staff: Leading and managing employees to ensure smooth operations and high-quality service.
• Deciding on meals and beverages: Selecting the range and quality of food and drink options offered to customers.
• Customer consultation: Discussing individual requirements for special occasions to tailor services to client needs.
• Purchasing supplies: Directing or overseeing the procurement of necessary ingredients, materials, and supplies.
• Account management: Arranging and maintaining the preparation of financial accounts related to the establishment’s operations.
• Quality assurance: Verifying that food, beverages, and waiting services meet established standards and regulations.
• Hygiene compliance: Ensuring that kitchen and dining areas are kept clean and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Coordination with staff: Collaborating with kitchen and waiting staff to plan and arrange food preparation and service.
• Resource management: Monitoring supplies to prevent wastage and maintain budget constraints.
• Determining requirements: Assessing staffing, financial, material, and other short- and long-term needs for effective operation.

Restaurant and catering managers and proprietors play a vital role in the hospitality industry, ensuring excellent service, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Eligibility to Hire Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors (SOC Code 3411)

Job Description: Restaurant and Catering Establishment Managers and Proprietors (SOC Code 1222)

1. Job Requirements
2. Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors must exhibit leadership qualities, strong decision-making skills, and a deep understanding of the food and beverage industry. Candidates should meet the following qualifications or experience criteria:
3. • Experience in Food & Beverage Management: Proven experience in managing a restaurant or catering service, including operational and staff management.
   • Planning Skills: Ability to plan catering services, including menu development and logistics to meet customer requirements for special occasions.
   • Financial Acumen: Competence in budgeting, financial management, and cost control, ensuring that supplies are properly used and accounted for to prevent wastage.
   • Quality Assurance: Experience in verifying that the quality of food, beverage, and service meets established standards while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.
   • Customer Service Orientation: Strong communication skills for discussing specific customer requirements and promoting a positive dining experience.
   • Leadership Abilities: Proven ability to lead and coordinate both kitchen and waiting staff effectively while determining staffing and resource requirements.

Ensure candidates possess the necessary skills and experience to meet the expectations of this role in accordance with SOC Code 1222.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors under SOC Code 1222.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorship for a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors

Before the Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietorss.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors

Sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors under SOC Code 1222 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Restaurant and catering establishment  managers and proprietors under SOC Code 1222 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.