H-2A Visa Waiter Jobs
Waiter jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship are available at seasonal resorts, agricultural retreat centers, and harvest-season hospitality operations that qualify under the temporary agricultural worker program. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and prove no domestic workers are available for the role.
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Looking for aggressively friendly servers to work in a fast pace environment! Come be a part of the family!
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and at all times practices good personal hygiene.
- Greets guest in a courteous and respectable way when seated at station.
- Takes verbal drink and meal orders according to guest preference.
- Serves high quality food and checks all orders to ensure they are complete, prepared as ordered, portioned correctly and attractive in appearance.
- Maintains cleanliness of his/her stations and pantry.
- Performs side work during shift downtime including but not limited to; rolling silverware, restocking cleaning works stations and bussing tables, etc.
- Executes the service cycle and team responsibilities at all times.
- Maintains sufficient knowledge of the menu to execute suggestive selling with all guests.
- Writes guest check and/or operates POS equipment pursuant to company policies.
- Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
- Ensures 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. Updated - 2013
- Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
- Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS
- Continuous standing and walking
- Must be able to communicate clearly with guests
- Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold
- Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2 ½ - 3 feet
- Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided
- Must be able to fit through openings 30” wide
- Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times
- Bending, reaching, walking
- Eye/Hand coordination
- Must lift and carry serving trays and or buss tubs up to 20 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direction and training from the Associate Manager as to the specific procedures and assignments.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:
Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training. Handyman knowledge and skills.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
Disclaimer
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Perkins Corporate.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for aggressively friendly servers to work in a fast pace environment! Come be a part of the family!
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and at all times practices good personal hygiene.
- Greets guest in a courteous and respectable way when seated at station.
- Takes verbal drink and meal orders according to guest preference.
- Serves high quality food and checks all orders to ensure they are complete, prepared as ordered, portioned correctly and attractive in appearance.
- Maintains cleanliness of his/her stations and pantry.
- Performs side work during shift downtime including but not limited to; rolling silverware, restocking cleaning works stations and bussing tables, etc.
- Executes the service cycle and team responsibilities at all times.
- Maintains sufficient knowledge of the menu to execute suggestive selling with all guests.
- Writes guest check and/or operates POS equipment pursuant to company policies.
- Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
- Ensures 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. Updated - 2013
- Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
- Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS
- Continuous standing and walking
- Must be able to communicate clearly with guests
- Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold
- Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2 ½ - 3 feet
- Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided
- Must be able to fit through openings 30” wide
- Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times
- Bending, reaching, walking
- Eye/Hand coordination
- Must lift and carry serving trays and or buss tubs up to 20 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direction and training from the Associate Manager as to the specific procedures and assignments.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:
Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training. Handyman knowledge and skills.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
Disclaimer
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Perkins Corporate.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Waiter
Verify your H-2A job classification early
Waiter roles qualify for H-2A visa only when tied to a seasonal agricultural operation, not year-round hospitality. Check the O*NET profile for your specific duties and confirm your employer's operation meets DOL's agricultural-nexus requirement before you accept an offer.
Document bilingual or harvest-context service skills
Employers filing H-2A petitions for food service roles must show the position is temporary and tied to peak agricultural seasons. Records of prior seasonal serving work at farms, ranches, or harvest camps strengthen your application and help the employer justify the petition.
Search verified H-2A employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-2A sponsorship history, so you can target operations that have filed before and know the process. Use the platform to narrow results to seasonal food service roles at qualifying agricultural employers.
Confirm the employer's clearance order is active
Before committing to a position, ask whether the employer has received a certified clearance order from DOL. H-2A petitions can't be filed without it, and a job offer without an active order means your start date could shift by weeks.
Understand the three-quarters guarantee before signing
H-2A employers must offer work for at least 75 percent of the contract period. For a waiter role in a 12-week harvest season, that means a minimum of nine weeks of guaranteed hours, which you can request in writing before your contract is finalized.
Prepare your consular appointment documents in job-specific order
Your DS-160, approved I-129 petition notice, and the employer's clearance order must all be present at your visa interview. Consular officers at agricultural-season peaks see high H-2A volume, so organizing documents by the sequence USCIS lists them reduces delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Waiter jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find waiter roles at employers with verified H-2A sponsorship history. Because H-2A food service positions are tied to seasonal agricultural operations, standard job boards rarely filter by visa type or seasonal eligibility. Migrate Mate surfaces only roles where the employer has documented H-2A filing history, so you're not wasting time on positions that won't support your visa.
What housing and transportation obligations does an H-2A employer have for a Waiter role?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal or state safety standards for the duration of your contract. They must also cover inbound transportation costs from your home country once you've completed half the contract period, and return transportation at the end. For waiter roles at remote agricultural resorts or ranch operations, this often means on-site dormitory housing and shared shuttle transport to the nearest town.
Does a Waiter job qualify as agricultural work under H-2A?
It depends on the employer's primary operation. A waiter position at a farm resort, dude ranch, or harvest-season dining hall can qualify if the employer is principally engaged in agriculture and the food service role is incidental to that operation. A waiter job at a standalone restaurant does not qualify, regardless of the season. DOL reviews the employer's agricultural nexus when certifying the clearance order.
What wage rate will I receive as an H-2A Waiter, and how is it set?
Your employer must pay whichever is higher between the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) for your state and the prevailing wage for the specific occupation and region. The AEWR is set annually by DOL based on USDA farm labor survey data. You can look up the prevailing wage for your state and occupation using the OFLC Wage Search tool before accepting an offer to confirm the rate applies to your role.