H-2B Visa Hospitality Jobs

Hospitality jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship cover seasonal roles at resorts, hotels, ski lodges, and summer camps across the United States. Employers file for the temporary labor certification through DOL before sponsoring your visa, and the 66,000 annual cap means timing your application to the winter or summer allotment matters as much as landing the offer itself.

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Overview

Open Jobs9+
Top Visa TypeH-2B
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$80K
Top LocationBig Bend National Park, TX
Most JobsAramark

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Hospitality Worker
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Hospitality Worker
Aramark
Page, Arizona
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Fast N friendly Stores
Hospitality Crew
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Fast N friendly Stores
Added 1mo ago
Hospitality Crew
Fast N friendly Stores
Towanda, Kansas
Customer Service & Support
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
On-Site
None
51-200

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Sun Valley Resort
Hospitality Manager in Training
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Hospitality Manager in Training
Sun Valley Resort
Sun Valley, Idaho
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Hospitality Supervisor
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Hospitality Supervisor
Aramark
Houston, Texas
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Hospitality and Culinary Manager
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Hospitality and Culinary Manager
Aramark
St. Louis, Missouri
Hospitality & Guest Services
Food Service
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality Management
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Hospitality Jobs

Confirm your role meets H-2B criteria

Hospitality positions qualify only when the employer can prove the need is temporary and seasonal. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific role to verify the job code your employer will list on the labor certification before you commit to an offer.

Check prevailing wage before accepting offers

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and county. Use OFLC Wage Search with the correct SOC code and work location to verify the posted wage matches what DOL will certify, so you aren't underpaid and the filing isn't rejected.

Search verified H-2B hospitality employers on Migrate Mate

Filter by hospitality sector and location on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed H-2B visa filing history. This shows you which resorts and hotel groups have successfully sponsored workers before, cutting out employers who list sponsorship but haven't navigated the DOL certification process.

Target employers who file in January for summer allotment

The summer cap half opens April 1, but DOL begins accepting applications January 1. Resorts and summer camps filing earliest get certifications before the cap fills. Contact potential employers in November or December so your paperwork is ready when they submit.

Gather employer-side documents before the offer stage

Your sponsor needs proof of your previous hospitality employment, any food-handler certifications, and a copy of your current passport with at least six months' validity beyond your intended start date. Having these ready shortens the gap between job offer and USCIS petition filing.

Understand your grace period after the season ends

H-2B status typically includes a ten-day grace period after your authorized end date to depart the United States. Staying beyond that window creates an unlawful presence record that can affect future visa applications for hospitality or any other role.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find hospitality jobs with H-2B sponsorship?

Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for hospitality employers with verified H-2B filing history, so you're not guessing which hotels, resorts, or seasonal venues have actually sponsored workers before. Searching by location and season helps you target openings that match both the winter and summer cap allotments, which is critical given the 66,000 annual visa ceiling.

How does the H-2B annual cap affect my hospitality job application?

The H-2B cap is set at 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two allotments of 33,000 each for the winter season starting October 1 and the summer season starting April 1. Hospitality employers must file early, as the cap can fill within weeks of each period opening. If the cap is reached before your petition is approved, you'll need to wait for the next allotment or a supplemental cap release, so aligning your job offer timeline with the filing window is essential.

What does the DOL temporary labor certification process mean for hospitality workers?

Before USCIS can approve your H-2B petition, your employer must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving the hospitality role is genuinely seasonal and that no qualified U.S. workers are available. This process includes posting the job, conducting recruitment, and submitting Form ETA-9142B through DOL's FLAG system. The certification must be approved before your employer files Form I-129 with USCIS, so delays at the DOL stage directly push back your start date.

Can I work for a different hospitality employer if my original sponsor's season ends early?

H-2B status is tied to a specific employer and job. If your sponsor's season ends before your authorized period, you cannot simply transfer to another hospitality employer without that new employer filing a separate H-2B petition and receiving USCIS approval. Working for an unapproved employer violates your status and creates problems for future visa applications.

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