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Assistant General Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, hospitality management, or a related specialty field. Employers in hospitality, retail, and food service regularly file LCAs for AGM roles, making this one of the more accessible management paths for H-1B holders.
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Department: Operations
Position Title: Assistant General Manager
Immediate Supervisors Title: General Manager
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of the Assistant General Manager is to manage all departments and work towards total guest satisfaction by providing knowledge, support and guidance to all associates; total responsibility for hiring, training and developing talented associates with a significant emphasis on GSS and AOS; ensure that all associates are compliant with all policies, standards, procedures and regulations; accommodates guest needs and performs all department functions; assist the general manager and corporate office in all areas to guarantee operational efficiency.
GENERAL CONDITIONS THAT APPLY TO ALL POSITIONS
- A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
- All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
- Some requirements may exclude individuals who post a direct threat of significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties as specified by their supervisor.
- Requirements are representative of minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
- This document does not create an employment contract, implied, or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to verbally communicate effectively with guests and associates
- High level of professionalism
- Flexible and has what it takes to get the job done
- Well presented; is well groomed and can conform to hotels dress code
- Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment
- Total commitment to guest satisfaction
- Capable of multi-property management
- Personable with good people skills
- Displays aggressive hospitality
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Has a great eye for detail
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manage a multi-cultural staff; lead in a manner that embraces diversity; understand each associates cultural differences; handle disciplinary issues in a sensitive manner
- Ensure that brand standards are being met.
- Knowledge of all emergency plans; know how to act upon them and notify general and or regional manager by thoroughly completing and submitting an incident report.
- Report any unusual occurrences immediately to the general manager.
- Initiate and maintain recognition programs for associates are in place and working.
- Assist general manager in facilitating weekly HOD meetings. Attend monthly department meetings, and participate in forecast meetings and sales strategy meetings when needed.
- Visible in the guest area during high traffic times to assist the front office associates / kitchen attendants to ensure smooth operations.
- Has action plans in place to meet AOS and GSS goals.
- Principal GSS goal - to retain a 92% in Overall Satisfaction.
- Principal AOS goal to retain a 88% in Quality of Life at Work.
- Prepares all departments for QA by following brand standards and understanding the resource library revisions.
- Assigns and carries out MOD shifts.
- Process payroll - from monitoring associate punches, balancing and entering PTO hours to knowing designated paid company holidays.
- Act as the on-site human resources representative. Be familiar with state laws.
- Maintain validity of permits, certificates and licenses to ensure compliance.
- At all times strive to represent the company and brand in the most professional and courteous manner.
- Able to handle cash responsibly and prepare deposits by the close of business each day.
- Communicate with department heads and supervisors about daily audits and controls so all are informed about proper procedures.
- Initiate and follow up on additional tasks to improve existing procedures and guest satisfaction.
- Resolve system problems and operate the system manually. Can lead the staff through a down time.
- Deliver exceptional guest service EVERY time.
- Must be able to read and understand guest folios.
- Successfully troubleshoot discrepancies from previous shifts and correct.
- Balance all daily transactions and transmit figures to corporate headquarters.
- Respond and follow up on assigned customer care issues.
- Ensure confidentiality of user log-ons. Ensure that users are logged out when leaving the area.
- Train and develop associates to the highest possible level. Ensure that daily training is provided for technical, hospitality, communication, management, and organizational skills.
- Lead by example: Provide high-quality service and uncompromising hospitality towards all customers.
- Responsible for covering hourly vacancies / labor shortages as needed, including but not limited to room attendant, houseman, laundry attendant, breakfast attendant, bartender, front desk agent and night audit.
- Use empowerment to make decisions leading towards total customer satisfaction.
- Control costs effectively to meet budget guidelines. Have control system in place for all controllable costs and man hours.
- Be identifiable and accessible at all times.
- Respond to requests via e-mail, voice mail within a 2 hour time frame during regular office hours.
- Know all the facilities of the hotel and their hours of operation in the hotel.
- Create memorable check in and check out experiences for guest to encourage repeat visits.
- Responsible for the smooth, efficient and professional operation of all departments.
- Ensure that all procedures and policies are in place and followed.
- Conduct audit and controls on a regular basis. Communicate with accounting in case of any irregularities; coaches and counsels associates whenever appropriate.
- Promote excellent communications between the departments.
- Be highly visible during extraordinary events.
- Inform relevant employees about daily operations and events.
- Be familiar with sales strategies; communicate daily with sales team.
- Know all frequent customers and be familiar with their special requests. Ensure that their needs are met by delegating accordingly.
Physical Requirements
- Seeing Must be able to see well enough to read reports, drive, and use a computer.
- Hearing Must be able to hear well enough to communicate on the phone and in person.
- Standing/Walking/Mobility Must be able to stand to operate office machinery. Must be able to move between departments. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.
- Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling Must be able to climb four flights of stairs. Must be able to stoop and kneel for short periods of time.
- Lifting Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Fingering/Grasping/Feeling Must be able to write, type, and use the phone system.
Brand: Residence Inn
Address: 321 Ikea Way Burbank, CA - 91502
Property Description: 195 - Residence Inn Los Angeles Burbank / Downtown
Property Number: 195
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant General Manager
Verify your AGM role meets specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for General and Operations Managers to confirm the degree requirement language. Your offer letter must specify a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not just any degree, to satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard.
Target multi-unit operators with LCA filing history
Restaurant groups, hotel chains, and retail franchises with multiple locations file LCAs far more consistently than single-unit operators. Search Migrate Mate to filter AGM openings by employers with verified H-1B filing records in your target industry.
Check prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific metro area and SOC code before negotiating. AGM wages vary significantly by market, and your offered salary must meet at least the Level I prevailing wage to clear DOL's LCA certification.
Flag E-Verify enrollment when evaluating employers
If you're on STEM OPT and targeting an AGM role as a bridge to H-1B sponsorship, confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting. Non-enrolled employers can't legally extend your OPT work authorization.
Time your application around the cap registration window
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. AGM roles at for-profit operators are cap-subject, so coordinate with your prospective employer at least six months in advance to align the offer timeline with filing deadlines.
Clarify who pays which filing fees upfront
Employers are legally required to pay I-129 petition fees and the ACWIA training fee. Get written confirmation of fee responsibility before signing an offer. Some operators, especially smaller franchisees, misunderstand this obligation and may try to shift costs to you.
H-1B Visa Assistant General Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant General Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the job is defined. If the AGM position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as hospitality management, business administration, or operations management, USCIS will generally treat it as a specialty occupation. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field are harder to sponsor, and employers sometimes need to provide additional documentation to establish the degree requirement.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for AGM positions most frequently?
Hospitality and hotel management, multi-unit restaurant groups, and large retail chains file the most LCAs for Assistant General Manager roles. These industries tend to have centralized HR teams familiar with the H-1B process. Single-location operators and small franchisees sponsor far less frequently. Browse AGM openings with verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate to focus your search on employers who have already gone through the process.
Can my employer start the H-1B process while I'm still on OPT?
Yes, and they should. H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1, a timely-filed H-1B petition triggers cap-gap protection, extending your work authorization through September 30. Your employer needs to file the I-129 petition before your OPT expires to activate this protection, so early coordination with HR is critical.
What happens to my H-1B status if I get promoted from AGM to General Manager?
A promotion to General Manager is considered a material change in your employment terms and typically requires an amended H-1B petition. USCIS treats a new title with different duties, a higher SOC code, or a changed wage level as a new petition. Your employer should file the amended I-129 before the promotion takes effect. Failing to amend is a compliance risk for the employer and a status risk for you.
How does the prevailing wage requirement work for AGM roles?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified LCA from DOL confirming your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Prevailing wages for AGM positions vary considerably by metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current Level I and Level II wages for your city before negotiating your offer, so you know the floor your employer must clear.