Chef Jobs in Brighton & Hove — Visa Sponsorship
Chef jobs in Brighton & Hove from UK Home Office-licensed visa sponsors. Filter by Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker route, salary above £41,700, and live job openings.
Chef role at a glance
Brighton & Hove as a sponsor location
UK's largest digital/creative cluster outside London. AmEx's Brighton campus is a material employer; strong for mid-senior engineers, data, and product.
Rents ~20% below London. 50-min commute to London by train. Gatwick airport 30 min away.
Frequently asked questions
Are there Chef jobs with visa sponsorship in Brighton & Hove?
Yes. Brighton & Hove-based UK Home Office sponsors regularly recruit chefs on the Skilled Worker visa. Active sponsors include Hotel groups, Fine dining restaurants, Pub chains with food.
What salary do chefs in Brighton & Hove need to earn for a Skilled Worker visa?
The 2026 minimum is £41,700 per year for the general Skilled Worker route, or the SOC code going rate, whichever is higher. Typical Chef salary in the UK: £30,000 – £55,000. Health and Care Worker visa minimum is £25,000.
Which Brighton & Hove employers sponsor chef roles?
Brighton & Hove's top sponsors hiring across roles include American Express (Brighton HQ), Legal & General, University of Sussex, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS.
What sectors hire chefs in Brighton & Hove?
Brighton & Hove's strongest sectors are Digital / Creative, Tech, Media.