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Hotel roles in management, revenue optimization, and food and beverage operations can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Large hotel groups and luxury independents file LCAs with the DOL and sponsor H-1B workers in roles like general manager, director of finance, and corporate sales manager.
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What Makes a McKibbon General Manager?
As a key member of the property leadership team, the General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel’s operations to ensure the hotel runs smoothly, meets financial and operational goals and provides an exceptional experience for our guests. Reporting to the Regional Vice President of Operations, the General Manager will be responsible for maintaining the highest level of ethical leadership to lead the property to achieve its business goals while embodying McKibbon’s Guiding Principles.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A Day in the Life:
- Lead, mentor and manage a large team of associates with positive engagement to deliver high level of service, guest satisfaction and associate retention.
- You will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the hotel, ensuring that guest and associate satisfaction is of the utmost importance.
- You will be responsible for the overall performance of the property’s operations, including (but not limited to) guest satisfaction, brand quality assurance, maintenance, housekeeping, budget, labor and associate satisfaction.
- You will ensure that the hotel is adequately staffed and that team members are well trained, motivated and aligned with the brand and company’s values to maximize revenue and reinforce superior service culture.
- You will be responsible for maintaining compliance and remaining up to date on new initiatives for the brand and company.
- Inspect and oversee that safety and security standards are being maintained.
- You will monitor guest feedback and work on improving service quality in all operations.
- Work closely with corporate teams in Human Resources, Accounting, Revenue Management, Sales, and Leadership to ensure that property and company goals are being achieved.
- You will act as the face of the property by being actively involved in the local community.
- Ensure all daily administrative functions and accounting processes and reporting are accurate and complete and oversee that cash management policies are upheld.
- Ensure Bi-Weekly Payroll is accurate and submitted on time.
- Complete Weekly and Monthly Forecasting and submit on time.
- Attend, participate and at times lead weekly and monthly meetings at the hotel level and corporate level.
- Oversee and conduct hiring, training, and onboarding of new employees.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to your direct reports and other associates.
- Approve and ensure employee schedules are completed for adequate staffing levels.
- Ensure proper documentation and reporting of guest and associate incidents or accidents.
- Monitor and evaluate hotel performance, ensuring both properties meet or exceed revenue and guest satisfaction targets.
- Develop and manage budgets for the hotel, ensuring profitability and cost control in conjunction with your RVP.
- Analyze financial reports for the hotel, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Maximize revenue by working with the revenue generation team through strategic pricing, promotions and packages by analyzing market trends and competitive positioning to ensure hotels remain competitive and meet goals.
- Lead hotel during emergencies, handling situations such as natural disasters, security concerns or significant guest incidents.
- Embrace McKibbon’s Guiding Principles: Think Bigger, Love Your Community, Do the Right Thing, Support Each Other, Make a Lasting Impression.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
- Associates/Bachelor’s Degree
- Must have a valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
- Ability to travel for McKibbon or brand training as required, and McKibbon One conference held every 18-months.
- 3 years’ minimum experience as a hotel general manager
- Experience with major hotel brands like Marriott, Hilton, or Hyatt (highly desired)
- The skills and experience to lead a team to consistently deliver exceptional guest service.
- Knowledge of local and state compliance laws
- Implement McKibbon procedures as they relate to cost control and inventory management.
- Ability to ensure that hotel policies and brand standards are consistently followed.
- The ability to develop the leadership qualities of all staff.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, both written and oral.
- The ability to maintain positive relationships with the management company, property owners, vendors and clients.
- The ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
- Strong financial knowledge and experience managing hotel budgets, forecasting and revenue generation.
- Ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds.
- Ability to ensure that hotel policies, procedures and brand standards are followed.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, trust and responsibility.
- Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all communications and documentation.
- Must excel in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- Possess strong listening skills with the ability to comprehend and address concerns and issues raised by workers, clients, and guests.
- Must be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to clients, guests, and associates.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Perks & Benefits Beyond the Basics:
We know that hospitality starts from within, and that’s why we value the employee experience as much as we value our guests’ experience. From our competitive benefits package to our fun-loving spirit, we strive to create an environment that’s equal parts work and play. Our people will always be our first investment. We offer benefits and perks based on full or part time employment:
Benefits: Full Time Associates:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
- Life insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition assistance
Financial & Occupational Wellness: All Associates
- Competitive Compensation with incentives (incentives vary by position)
- 401K Savings Plan, 50% matching up to 10% of compensation
- Associate referral program
- Brand and company training classes, workshops and conferences for career growth and development (varies by position)
Personal Wellness: All Associates
- Fundraising matching funds program
- Team volunteer opportunities
- 24/7 chaplain services
- Exclusive hotel rate discounts
Any state specific holiday, vacation or benefit requirements will apply.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
INTRODUCTION
What Makes a McKibbon General Manager?
As a key member of the property leadership team, the General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel’s operations to ensure the hotel runs smoothly, meets financial and operational goals and provides an exceptional experience for our guests. Reporting to the Regional Vice President of Operations, the General Manager will be responsible for maintaining the highest level of ethical leadership to lead the property to achieve its business goals while embodying McKibbon’s Guiding Principles.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A Day in the Life:
- Lead, mentor and manage a large team of associates with positive engagement to deliver high level of service, guest satisfaction and associate retention.
- You will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the hotel, ensuring that guest and associate satisfaction is of the utmost importance.
- You will be responsible for the overall performance of the property’s operations, including (but not limited to) guest satisfaction, brand quality assurance, maintenance, housekeeping, budget, labor and associate satisfaction.
- You will ensure that the hotel is adequately staffed and that team members are well trained, motivated and aligned with the brand and company’s values to maximize revenue and reinforce superior service culture.
- You will be responsible for maintaining compliance and remaining up to date on new initiatives for the brand and company.
- Inspect and oversee that safety and security standards are being maintained.
- You will monitor guest feedback and work on improving service quality in all operations.
- Work closely with corporate teams in Human Resources, Accounting, Revenue Management, Sales, and Leadership to ensure that property and company goals are being achieved.
- You will act as the face of the property by being actively involved in the local community.
- Ensure all daily administrative functions and accounting processes and reporting are accurate and complete and oversee that cash management policies are upheld.
- Ensure Bi-Weekly Payroll is accurate and submitted on time.
- Complete Weekly and Monthly Forecasting and submit on time.
- Attend, participate and at times lead weekly and monthly meetings at the hotel level and corporate level.
- Oversee and conduct hiring, training, and onboarding of new employees.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to your direct reports and other associates.
- Approve and ensure employee schedules are completed for adequate staffing levels.
- Ensure proper documentation and reporting of guest and associate incidents or accidents.
- Monitor and evaluate hotel performance, ensuring both properties meet or exceed revenue and guest satisfaction targets.
- Develop and manage budgets for the hotel, ensuring profitability and cost control in conjunction with your RVP.
- Analyze financial reports for the hotel, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Maximize revenue by working with the revenue generation team through strategic pricing, promotions and packages by analyzing market trends and competitive positioning to ensure hotels remain competitive and meet goals.
- Lead hotel during emergencies, handling situations such as natural disasters, security concerns or significant guest incidents.
- Embrace McKibbon’s Guiding Principles: Think Bigger, Love Your Community, Do the Right Thing, Support Each Other, Make a Lasting Impression.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
- Associates/Bachelor’s Degree
- Must have a valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
- Ability to travel for McKibbon or brand training as required, and McKibbon One conference held every 18-months.
- 3 years’ minimum experience as a hotel general manager
- Experience with major hotel brands like Marriott, Hilton, or Hyatt (highly desired)
- The skills and experience to lead a team to consistently deliver exceptional guest service.
- Knowledge of local and state compliance laws
- Implement McKibbon procedures as they relate to cost control and inventory management.
- Ability to ensure that hotel policies and brand standards are consistently followed.
- The ability to develop the leadership qualities of all staff.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, both written and oral.
- The ability to maintain positive relationships with the management company, property owners, vendors and clients.
- The ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
- Strong financial knowledge and experience managing hotel budgets, forecasting and revenue generation.
- Ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds.
- Ability to ensure that hotel policies, procedures and brand standards are followed.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, trust and responsibility.
- Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all communications and documentation.
- Must excel in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- Possess strong listening skills with the ability to comprehend and address concerns and issues raised by workers, clients, and guests.
- Must be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to clients, guests, and associates.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Perks & Benefits Beyond the Basics:
We know that hospitality starts from within, and that’s why we value the employee experience as much as we value our guests’ experience. From our competitive benefits package to our fun-loving spirit, we strive to create an environment that’s equal parts work and play. Our people will always be our first investment. We offer benefits and perks based on full or part time employment:
Benefits: Full Time Associates:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
- Life insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition assistance
Financial & Occupational Wellness: All Associates
- Competitive Compensation with incentives (incentives vary by position)
- 401K Savings Plan, 50% matching up to 10% of compensation
- Associate referral program
- Brand and company training classes, workshops and conferences for career growth and development (varies by position)
Personal Wellness: All Associates
- Fundraising matching funds program
- Team volunteer opportunities
- 24/7 chaplain services
- Exclusive hotel rate discounts
Any state specific holiday, vacation or benefit requirements will apply.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Hotel
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility hinges on whether your hotel position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Revenue management, finance, and marketing roles typically qualify. Front desk and operations supervisor roles often don't. Check the O*NET profile for your job title before applying.
Target hotel groups with H-1B filing history
Full-service hotel brands and management companies file H-1B LCAs far more often than independent boutique properties. Search Migrate Mate to find hotel employers with verified H-1B sponsorship records filtered by role and location, so you're not guessing which companies will sponsor.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Pull the wage level from OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor and can negotiate from an informed position, not after the LCA is filed.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled
Hotels that sponsor H-1B workers must participate in E-Verify to verify your work authorization. Ask HR directly before accepting an offer. Properties that haven't enrolled yet face delays getting you started, which matters if you're transferring from a current H-1B or coming off OPT.
File before the April 1 cap deadline each year
H-1B cap-subject hotel roles require your employer to submit a registration in early March. Missing the USCIS registration window means waiting a full year. Confirm with your employer's HR or immigration counsel that registration is on their calendar at least 60 days in advance.
Document degree-to-role equivalency for non-U.S. credentials
Many hotel professionals trained internationally hold three-year hospitality degrees or diplomas. USCIS requires a credential evaluation showing your qualification is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Get the evaluation done early through a NACES-member service so it's ready before your employer files the I-129.
H-1B Visa Hotel: Frequently Asked Questions
Which hotel roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that require a specific bachelor's degree in a directly related field qualify. This includes general manager, director of revenue management, director of finance, corporate sales manager, and marketing manager positions. Front desk supervisors, guest services coordinators, and housekeeping managers generally don't qualify because those roles don't require a specific degree field. Check the O*NET profile for your exact title to confirm.
How do I find hotel employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to browse hotel companies with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history filtered by occupation and location. Large full-service brands and hotel management companies sponsor far more frequently than independent properties. Targeting employers with an active H-1B track record dramatically increases your chances of receiving a sponsorship offer rather than a rejection.
Can a hotel sponsor my H-1B if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. Your employer files an H-1B registration during the USCIS cap registration window in March, and if selected, submits the I-129 petition before April 1. Your OPT continues until October 1, when H-1B status begins. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're in a STEM-designated role, a STEM OPT extension can bridge the gap. Confirm your role's SOC code qualifies before relying on that bridge.
Does the hotel have to prove no U.S. worker was available before sponsoring me?
Not for H-1B. Unlike the PERM green card process, H-1B sponsorship doesn't require a labor market test or proof that no qualified U.S. worker applied. Your employer files an LCA certifying they'll pay the prevailing wage and meet working conditions, then submits the I-129 directly. This makes H-1B sponsorship faster and less burdensome for hotel employers than immigrant visa sponsorship.
What happens to my H-1B status if the hotel changes ownership or management companies?
A hotel ownership or management company change is treated as a change in employer for H-1B purposes. If a new legal entity takes over your employment, they must file a new H-1B petition before you begin working for them. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for the new entity once the petition is filed, not after it's approved, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days.