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Hotel Operations Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field. Sponsored positions appear across full-service hotel brands, resort groups, and management companies with active LCA filing histories. The annual H-1B cap and April lottery apply unless your employer is cap-exempt.
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The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
At Vdara, luxury meets personalized service, and as a Hotel Operations Manager, you’ll help lead the team that creates exceptional guest experiences from arrival to departure. In this role, you’ll partner with hotel leadership to guide and support the Front Desk team while driving operational excellence in one of the most sophisticated non-gaming destinations on the Las Vegas Strip.
From leading daily operations and coaching teams to enhancing service standards and achieving operational goals, you’ll play a key role in shaping the guest experience and creating a welcoming, seamless environment for every visitor. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced luxury setting and enjoys motivating teams, solving challenges, and delivering memorable moments.
If you are passionate about guest service, team development, and creating elevated experiences, we invite you to bring your leadership and energy to Vdara where you will create WOW memories that guests will carry with them far beyond their stay with us!
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Work closely with the Senior Hotel Operations Manager to implement strategic initiatives for hotel operations provided by the Hotel Strategy CoE
- Assist in leading front desk operations through implementation of policies, procedures, training programs, manuals, directives, work schedules, rules, and regulations
- Provide leadership and direction to maintain and improve the guest experience within front desk operations in alignment with company service standards
- Support employee engagement for the front desk operations team through coaching, training, recognition, and development
- Participate in interviewing, candidate selection, training, supervision, coaching, and counseling of front desk operations staff to support efficient department operations
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Two (2) years of prior relevant experience in the direction and management of employees in a similar hotel environment
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement and AAA or Forbes knowledge preferred
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development opportunities through employee programs and network groups
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off-shift at all MGM Resorts properties
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
At Vdara, luxury meets personalized service, and as a Hotel Operations Manager, you’ll help lead the team that creates exceptional guest experiences from arrival to departure. In this role, you’ll partner with hotel leadership to guide and support the Front Desk team while driving operational excellence in one of the most sophisticated non-gaming destinations on the Las Vegas Strip.
From leading daily operations and coaching teams to enhancing service standards and achieving operational goals, you’ll play a key role in shaping the guest experience and creating a welcoming, seamless environment for every visitor. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced luxury setting and enjoys motivating teams, solving challenges, and delivering memorable moments.
If you are passionate about guest service, team development, and creating elevated experiences, we invite you to bring your leadership and energy to Vdara where you will create WOW memories that guests will carry with them far beyond their stay with us!
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Work closely with the Senior Hotel Operations Manager to implement strategic initiatives for hotel operations provided by the Hotel Strategy CoE
- Assist in leading front desk operations through implementation of policies, procedures, training programs, manuals, directives, work schedules, rules, and regulations
- Provide leadership and direction to maintain and improve the guest experience within front desk operations in alignment with company service standards
- Support employee engagement for the front desk operations team through coaching, training, recognition, and development
- Participate in interviewing, candidate selection, training, supervision, coaching, and counseling of front desk operations staff to support efficient department operations
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Two (2) years of prior relevant experience in the direction and management of employees in a similar hotel environment
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement and AAA or Forbes knowledge preferred
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development opportunities through employee programs and network groups
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off-shift at all MGM Resorts properties
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hotel Operations Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that Hotel Operations Manager roles demand a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. A hospitality management, hotel administration, or business degree with hospitality coursework strengthens your petition against requests for evidence.
Target brands with multi-property management structures
Hotel management companies overseeing multiple properties file LCAs more consistently than single-location owners. Flag employers whose operations span branded full-service hotels, where the complexity of the role supports a specialty occupation argument.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Pull up Hotel Operations Manager roles on Migrate Mate to filter by employers with documented LCA filing history in this occupation. That filing history confirms the employer has previously classified the role as a specialty occupation with DOL.
Confirm prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact job title, SOC code, and work location. Your offered wage must meet at least Level I before the employer can certify the LCA.
Ask about cap-exempt sponsorship pathways
Hotel management roles at universities, nonprofit hospitality programs, or government-affiliated lodging facilities may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting you bypass the lottery entirely. Confirm the employer's tax status before the offer stage.
Account for LCA certification before your start date
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. DOL targets a seven-business-day turnaround, but build extra time into your negotiated start date to absorb any delays.
H-1B Visa Hotel Operations Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hotel Operations Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, but the employer must document that the position specifically requires a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, hotel administration, or a closely related field. Roles framed as general management without a field-specific degree requirement can draw USCIS scrutiny. Job descriptions that tie the degree directly to operational duties, revenue management, or multi-department oversight are stronger.
Which types of hotel employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for operations roles?
Full-service branded hotels, large resort properties, and hotel management companies with multi-property portfolios sponsor H-1B petitions for operations managers more reliably than independent boutique hotels. Larger operators have established HR and legal infrastructure for immigration filings. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing histories for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline for a Hotel Operations Manager position?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date, following a March registration window. If you're selected, your employer files the full petition after the lottery. If your role qualifies through a cap-exempt employer, the lottery doesn't apply and your petition can be filed at any time during the year.
What SOC code applies to Hotel Operations Manager roles for the LCA filing?
Most Hotel Operations Manager positions are filed under SOC code 11-9081, Lodging Managers, for Labor Condition Application purposes. The employer uses this code to pull the prevailing wage from the OFLC Wage Search before certifying the LCA with DOL. Confirm the SOC code with your employer before the offer is finalized, as misclassification can delay certification.
Can I stay in H-1B status if I switch hotel employers mid-approval process?
If you're already in H-1B status, you can use H-1B portability to start working for a new hotel employer as soon as the new petition is filed, without waiting for approval, provided your previous petition was approved and you haven't violated status. The new employer must file a transfer petition and a fresh LCA covering your new work location and wage level.