SOC 1222 — Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors
SOC 2020 Code 1222 — Medium Skilled (RQF Level 3+)
Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors (SOC 1222) does not currently qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. It's classified as medium skilled, so it would need to be added to the Immigration Salary List or Temporary Shortage Occupation List before employers could sponsor for it. That said, there are closely related roles that do qualify — see below.
Visa Eligibility & Salary Requirements
Eligibility Status
Not currently eligible. This medium skilled role isn't on the Immigration Salary List or Shortage List, so new sponsorship isn't available.
What This Means for You
SOC 1222 is classified as medium skilled but does not currently appear on the Immigration Salary List or Temporary Shortage List, so it is not eligible for new sponsorship at this time.
If you're interested in this field, you have a few options:
- Check the eligible alternative occupation codes listed below — some closely related roles do qualify
- Explore other visa routes that may not require employer sponsorship
- Search for roles under eligible SOC codes in a similar field
Related Job Titles
- Café and restaurant managers and proprietors
- Catering operations managers
- Takeaway managers and proprietors
- Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors not elsewhere classified.
Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors Jobs with Visa Sponsorship
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★ Join us and enjoy a £1,500* Welcome Bonus with this role! (T&Cs apply) ★ We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Room Manager at N Family, you’ll lead an incr
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Room Manager at N Family, you’ll lead an incredible team of expert Educators in one of our nursery family rooms. As a sp
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Deputy Room Manager at N Family, you’ll help the Room Manager to lead an incredible team of expert Educators in one of
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Room Manager at N Family, you’ll lead an incredible team of expert Educators in one of our nursery family rooms. As a sp
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Room Manager at N Family, you’ll lead an incredible team of expert Educators in one of our nursery family rooms. As a sp
We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider. At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Deputy Room Manager at N Family, you’ll help the Room Manager to lead an incredible team of expert Educators in one of
We Make Morrisons… From a Bradford market stall to the UK’s fifth largest supermarket we are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over almost 500 stores and an online home delivery service. Our business is mainly food & grocery and, uniquely, we source & process most of the fresh food that we sell through our own manufacturing facilities. We’re recruiting for a high performing Café Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed. Whether yo
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Restaurant Manager to lead and elevate our restaurant operation. This is a senior leadership role ideal for a passionate hospitality professional with a strong operational mindset and deep expertise in wine and beverage service. Key Responsibilities Located in the heart of Kimpton Fitzroy London, Fitz’s Russell Sq. features three opulent spaces with unique personalities. Fitz’s Brasserie, a sophisticated eatery serving classic British dishes elevated from
Related Occupation Codes
Frequently Asked Questions
Not under SOC 1222. Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors is classified as Medium Skilled, which doesn't meet the requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship right now. That said, some closely related occupation codes in the same field are eligible — have a look at the related codes section on this page.
This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.