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Waiter roles rarely appear on H-1B sponsor lists, but full-service restaurants and hospitality groups at high-end hotels do file LCAs for experienced front-of-house professionals. To qualify, your position must meet the specialty occupation standard, which typically requires a formal degree in hospitality management or a closely related field.
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Otterbein Granville, a 5 Star Rated Life Plan Community, is looking for PRN Servers to join our team. We offer competitive wages along with excellent benefits and more. Come join our fun and team-oriented work environment.
We currently have an opening in our main dining room - Bistro that is ideal for college and high school students as well as retirees that are open to working various hours.
Shifts: PRN (Bistro/Independent Living) - Hours mainly 4p-8p; every other holiday and possible weekends & PRN (Health Center) Hours - 6a-2p, 10a-7p, and 3p-7p; every other weekend and holiday.
Responsibilities: The Server position provides customer service by assisting our culinary staff with set up of the dining areas as well as serving and assisting residents during meal service. This position also keeps the dining area neat and clean at all times and helps with clean-up at the end of meal. The position also helps with meal delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have high standards of customer service and sanitation. Must also have a desire to provide service to older adults in a friendly and family-like atmosphere. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
BENEFITS
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a SERVER at Otterbein!
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Overview
Otterbein Granville, a 5 Star Rated Life Plan Community, is looking for PRN Servers to join our team. We offer competitive wages along with excellent benefits and more. Come join our fun and team-oriented work environment.
We currently have an opening in our main dining room - Bistro that is ideal for college and high school students as well as retirees that are open to working various hours.
Shifts: PRN (Bistro/Independent Living) - Hours mainly 4p-8p; every other holiday and possible weekends & PRN (Health Center) Hours - 6a-2p, 10a-7p, and 3p-7p; every other weekend and holiday.
Responsibilities: The Server position provides customer service by assisting our culinary staff with set up of the dining areas as well as serving and assisting residents during meal service. This position also keeps the dining area neat and clean at all times and helps with clean-up at the end of meal. The position also helps with meal delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have high standards of customer service and sanitation. Must also have a desire to provide service to older adults in a friendly and family-like atmosphere. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
BENEFITS
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a SERVER at Otterbein!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Waiter
Target high-end hotel dining and resort groups
Full-service hotel restaurants and luxury resort groups are far more likely to file H-1B LCAs for front-of-house roles than independent restaurants. Search DOL LCA disclosure data to confirm an employer has filed for similar positions before applying.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Most job boards won't tell you which hospitality employers have actually filed H-1B petitions for waiter or food service roles. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL LCA filing history by occupation, so you can target employers who have sponsored before.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific region and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job's SOC code before salary discussions so you know the floor USCIS will expect.
Get your hospitality credentials formally evaluated
If your degree was earned outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before your employer files the I-129. An unevaluated foreign diploma in hospitality or culinary arts can trigger an RFE and delay your petition.
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Find Waiter JobsWaiter H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Waiter job qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it's uncommon and requires meeting the specialty occupation standard. The position must normally require a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, hotel administration, or a closely related field. Employers filing for a Waiter role need to document that the job duties go beyond general food service and align with that degree requirement. High-end hotel dining operations are the most frequent filers for this type of role.
Which employers actually sponsor H-1B visas for Waiter roles?
Luxury hotel chains, high-end resort groups, and upscale dining establishments with formal hospitality programs are the most active H-1B sponsors for front-of-house positions. Independent restaurants rarely file LCAs for waiter roles because they can't typically justify the specialty occupation standard. You can verify which employers have actually filed by searching DOL LCA disclosure data or using Migrate Mate to browse employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for this occupation.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Waiter position?
Your employer needs to show the Waiter role requires a specific degree, not just experience. Helpful documentation includes a detailed job description tying duties to hospitality management concepts, a formal degree evaluation if your credentials are from outside the U.S., and evidence that comparable positions in the industry typically require a bachelor's degree. USCIS may also request the employer's internal job posting and organizational charts.
Does a Waiter job at a hotel have better H-1B approval odds than at a standalone restaurant?
Hotel dining positions generally have stronger petitions because large hospitality groups have dedicated HR and legal teams experienced with H-1B filings. They're also more likely to document that the role fits within a formal hospitality management structure, which supports the specialty occupation argument. Standalone restaurants rarely have the infrastructure to file H-1B petitions and may not meet the organizational requirements USCIS looks for in a sponsoring employer.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect H-1B sponsorship for Waiter roles?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and work location. For Waiter roles seeking H-1B sponsorship, the wage floor is typically higher than standard tipped restaurant wages because the LCA must reflect a professional hospitality management salary, not a front-of-house hourly rate. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your SOC code and region before your employer files.
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