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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Overview

Open Jobs140+
Work Type99% On-site
Top LocationKissimmee, FL
Most JobsAramark

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Lark Hospitality
Task Force General Manager
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Lark Hospitality
Added 5d ago
Task Force General Manager
Lark Hospitality
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
On-Site
None

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Schulte Hospitality Group
Task Force General Manager
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Schulte Hospitality Group
Added 1w ago
Task Force General Manager
Schulte Hospitality Group
Louisville, Kentucky
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Project & Program Management
Customer Service
Hospitality Management
$90k - $100k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Midas Hospitality
Dual Property Assistant General Manager
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Midas Hospitality
Added 2w ago
Dual Property Assistant General Manager
Midas Hospitality
Durango, Colorado
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service
Hospitality Management
$60k - $70k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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TPG Hotels & Resorts
Restaurant General Manager
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TPG Hotels & Resorts
Added 2w ago
Restaurant General Manager
TPG Hotels & Resorts
Charlotte, North Carolina
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service & Support
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Project & Program Management
Hospitality Management
Customer Service
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Troon
General Manager
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Troon
Added 3w ago
General Manager
Troon
Rome, Georgia
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
$90k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips 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.