H-2B Visa General Manager Jobs
General Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available at seasonal hospitality, resort, and recreation employers across the United States. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification before filing, and the 66,000-visa annual cap fills fast, so strong operational credentials and early applications matter.
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This employee must display effective listening and communication skills, initiative, the ability to work independently and in teams, and the ability to lead by example. He/she must exercise good judgment and discretion, display practical problem-solving skills, and provide excellent customer service. Additionally, he/she must be able to multitask, maintain composure under pressure, and display high professionalism, integrity, and follow-through.
We expect our employees to approach their work with passion and enthusiasm and pay attention to customer satisfaction. We also expect our employees to champion, embrace, and live the company values.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Regular attendance and reporting to work on time, ready to begin your shift is an essential function of employment (being tardy places an unfair burden on the team).
- Ability to work flexible schedules (including weekends, nights, holidays) to meet hotel and guest needs.
- Ability to travel and temporarily relocate as required to fulfill assignment responsibilities.
- Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing (i.e., use appropriate language, display proper tone, attitude, and body language when communicating).
- Ability to understand and follow instructions as directed by supervisor/manager.
- Working safely is a condition of employment. All employees must follow safety policies.
- Performing the job duties as described. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accommodating disabilities. If you believe you need an accommodation, please speak with your supervisor, General Manager, or Human Resources.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the annual Business Plan, including an Operating Budget, Staffing Plan, Marketing Plan, and Capital Budget.
- Effectively manage all expense areas while maintaining appropriate internal controls for cash and inventories.
- Maximize total revenue through sales and marketing initiatives and proactive revenue management strategies; ensure use of an active Marketing Plan.
- Manage and nurture relationships and expectations between ownership, the management company, and the hotel.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key hotel accounts.
- Establish, measure, and monitor clearly defined goals and incentive plans for department heads.
- Conduct 90-day Performance Reviews of Department Managers by providing both positive and constructive feedback.
- Meet or exceed targeted payroll standards and maintain an effective system for managing payroll.
- Conduct monthly reviews of Average Hours Reports to monitor average hours worked and employee status for benefit plans, PTO, holiday pay, full-time, part-time, and terminated employees.
- Ensure staffing levels and daily assignments meet hotel needs while effectively controlling payroll expenses.
- Complete weekly payroll processing.
- Fulfill Nest reporting requirements and interface effectively with Nest staff.
- Ensure the Safety Committee is formed and meeting monthly.
- Ensure the property is clean, well-maintained, and operating in accordance with Lark Hotels standards.
- Successfully assume leadership of assigned properties and execute operational priorities established for each assignment.
- Partner with ownership groups, regional leadership, and property teams to stabilize operations, improve performance, and ensure a successful transition at the conclusion of each assignment.
Nothing in this job description should be interpreted as a guarantee of future assignments, continued employment, minimum compensation, or a specific number of work hours.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a General Manager
Verify your occupation qualifies early
H-2B visa covers temporary non-agricultural positions, and General Manager roles at seasonal resorts, ski lodges, or beach clubs typically qualify. Cross-check your job duties against the O*NET profile for your specific industry to confirm the role fits before pursuing sponsorship.
Document seasonal leadership experience precisely
Employers filing your H-2B petition must prove a temporary need. Gather reference letters and employment records that show you've managed seasonal operations before, specifying peak-season staff counts, revenue periods, and opening or closing responsibilities tied to calendar cycles.
Target employers before the cap filing window
The 66,000-visa cap splits into winter and summer halves, and USCIS begins accepting petitions on January 1 for the summer half. Search Migrate Mate to identify seasonal employers with verified H-2B hiring history so you're in conversations months before filings open.
Understand the prevailing wage requirement for your region
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting DOL standards for General Manager roles in your specific state and county. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target location before you negotiate an offer, so you know the floor.
Confirm your employer has completed DOL certification
Before USCIS can approve your H-2B petition, your employer must receive a temporary labor certification from DOL, including posting requirements and a recruitment period. Ask directly whether certification is complete before accepting an offer, since missing this step delays everything.
Plan around the 3-day grace period after end date
H-2B status ends with your authorized employment period, and USCIS provides only a short grace period after your final day. If your seasonal contract ends in October, don't plan on remaining in the U.S. for an extended transition without a new approved petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find General Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search General Manager positions at employers with verified H-2B filing history, so you're targeting companies that have sponsored seasonal non-agricultural workers before. This matters because H-2B requires the employer to initiate DOL certification and the USCIS petition, making the employer's prior experience with the process a practical filter worth applying.
Does the H-2B visa cap affect when I need to apply for General Manager roles?
Yes. USCIS allocates 66,000 H-2B visas annually, split equally between the fiscal year's two halves. Petitions for summer positions can be filed starting January 1 and cap out quickly. For General Manager roles at seasonal properties, you need to be in an active offer stage at least three to four months before your intended start date to give your employer time to complete DOL certification first.
Can a General Manager role qualify as a temporary position under H-2B rules?
Yes, if the employer can demonstrate that the need for the position is genuinely temporary, typically tied to a peak season. A ski resort opening from November through April or a beach resort operating Memorial Day through Labor Day can document that need. The H-2B requirement is on the employer to prove the position itself is seasonal, not that the role is entry-level.
What documents should I prepare when pursuing H-2B sponsorship for a General Manager position?
Prepare a detailed employment history showing prior seasonal management roles, reference letters from past seasonal employers, proof of any hospitality or operations credentials, and records of staff size and scope you've overseen. Your employer's attorney will need this to support the H-2B petition, and gaps in your seasonal employment record can slow DOL certification.