Are you searching for restaurant jobs in the UK with visa sponsorship in 2026?
The UK hospitality sector continues to hire international workers, and several restaurants are currently recruiting Kitchen Assistants, Baristas, Servers/Bartenders, and Kitchen Staff with Skilled Worker visa sponsorship opportunities.
If you are a Nigerian in the UK looking to switch employers or someone abroad hoping to secure sponsorship, these roles could be a great opportunity to enter the UK hospitality industry.
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1. Kitchen Assistant – Visa Sponsorship Available
Company: A C Premier Foods UK Ltd
Location: Hayes, London (UB4)
A South Indian restaurant specialising in Kerala cuisine is currently hiring a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs and maintain kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist chefs with food preparation
- Wash, peel and cut vegetables
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene
- Wash dishes, utensils and cooking equipment
- Follow food safety regulations
- Help with stock management and deliveries
Salary
£12.21 – £13 per hour
Benefits
- Free staff meals
- Employee discounts
- Training and career growth opportunities
- On-site parking
- UK visa sponsorship available
👉 Apply here:
https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=471512caf41dfcb4
2. Server / Bartender – Sponsorship Available
Company: The Life Goddess Ltd
Location: London WC1
A busy Mediterranean restaurant is looking for a friendly and experienced Server/Bartender to join their hospitality team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve drinks including cocktails, coffee, beer, wine and soft drinks
- Take customer orders and deliver excellent service
- Maintain a clean and organised service area
- Verify customer IDs when serving alcohol
- Process payments and operate the till
- Support inventory management and restocking
Salary
£16 – £18 per hour
40 hours per week
Benefits
- Free or discounted meals
- Employee discounts
- Paid sick leave
- Extended maternity and paternity leave
- UK visa sponsorship
👉 Apply here:
https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d202fc86dac245b8
3. Barista – Visa Sponsorship Opportunity
Company: CG Bros Ltd
Location: Manchester
A café in Manchester is recruiting a Barista who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing excellent customer service.
Duties
- Prepare coffee, tea and speciality drinks
- Follow food safety and hygiene procedures
- Take customer orders and process payments
- Keep the café and equipment clean
- Assist with snack or sandwich preparation
- Ensure smooth service during busy periods
Salary
From £12.21 per hour
Benefits
- Staff meals or food discounts
- Employee discount schemes
- Workplace training programs
- Staff events
- Visa sponsorship available
👉 Apply here:
https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1f88f1c43e9ef9dc
4. Kitchen Staff / Indian Chef
Company: Pleasure Beach Restaurant
Location: Blackpool, England
This restaurant is looking for an experienced Indian Chef, especially someone skilled in preparing biryani and traditional Indian dishes.
Responsibilities
- Prepare authentic Indian meals including biryani and curries
- Maintain consistent taste and presentation
- Oversee food preparation and marination
- Ensure kitchen hygiene and safety
- Support menu development
- Monitor ingredient stock levels
Salary
From £12.21 per hour
20 hours per week
Benefits
- Free or discounted staff meals
- Staff events
- Free parking
- Relocation support
- Housing assistance
- UK visa sponsorship available
👉 Apply here:
https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/job-listing/kitchen-staff-pleasure-beach-restaurant-JV_IC3527387_KO0,13_KE14,39.htm
5. Graduate Visa Holders (PSW) – Skilled Worker Visa Route
Company: Goldstar Chefs
Location: Opportunities across the UK
If you are currently in the UK on a Graduate Visa (PSW) and struggling to secure a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship, Goldstar Chefs offers a pathway through business ownership or partnership opportunities in the hospitality industry.
What They Offer
- Business partnership opportunities with licensed sponsors
- Support in setting up and structuring a hospitality business
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship through business ownership
- Immigration and sponsorship paperwork assistance
Salary
Approx. £42,000 package
⚠️ Note: This option requires investment capital to buy or co-own a business.
👉 Apply here:
https://www.totaljobs.com/job/83ccbb0b-67ef-4b87-a777-1829acd061a6/application/authentication
Important Advice for Nigerians Applying
Before applying for UK visa sponsorship jobs:
✔ Confirm the employer has a UK sponsor licence
✔ Never pay illegal sponsorship fees
✔ Apply directly through trusted platforms like Indeed, TotalJobs, or Glassdoor
✔ Prepare your UK-standard CV
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