H1B Visa to work at a restaurant?

[bokeron]

Hi there,

I got a job offer to be the manager at a restaurant, Ill work there until June 2011, since it is when my OPT expires.
However, I would to work there longer than that. I was told by a good lawyer from Los Angeles, that there are almost no chances to get a H1B visa to work at a restaurant, is that correct? if you so what do other options do I have in terms of visa, work permit or anything that would allow me to work there legally?

Thanks
Bokeron

[txh1b]

What is your degree in? Does a restaurant manager position require one to have a degree? I have to warn you that OPT has to be used in the field of your education. You just cannot go work at any place of your choice on OPT.

[bokeron]

That is ok since I got my OPT after I got a certificate at UCLA in marketing, and that is what I am doing at the restaurant, marketing.
My degree is in journalism but I have a minor in marketing and as I said that is what I want to get into and what I am doing at the restaurant.
So what options do I have to work there legally? what should I do?

[bokeron]

Please,anyone let me know about my situation, I would like to know what I can do....
thanks

[txh1b]

It has been answered before. If your position has a degree requirement, a H1b can be sponsored. If not, there is no option. With a Journalism degree and marketing degree, find other jobs that can sponsor a H1 if you wish to.