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H-2B visa sponsorship for HR Generalist roles connects seasonal workforce specialists with U.S. employers in hospitality, resort, and event industries who need temporary HR support during peak seasons. Employers must secure DOL labor certification and file before the 66,000-visa annual cap fills, so timing your search matters.
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As the Human Resources Generalist, you will serve as a trusted HR partner supporting the operations team of a premier corporate dining program. In this role, you will deliver full-scope HR generalist support while owning and administering several key HR processes. You’ll work closely with leaders to drive consistent people practices, support day-to-day operations, and help create a positive, high-performing employee experience.
LifeWorks Restaurant Group, an independently operated division of Aramark, designs custom solutions for clients looking to take amenities to the next level. Our team of forward-thinkers look at each opportunity as an experience—not a requirement—and deliver out-of-this world, truly sensory experiences, feeding company culture. From the beginning of each client relationship, the team at LifeWorks Restaurant Group establishes a transparency with its partners, from space design and delivery to marketing of the final, branded product.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $75,000.00 to $78,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for day-to-day HR functions including recruiting, staffing, hiring, training, development, coaching, incentives, and disciplinary procedures.
- Issue resolution, follow up and recommendations for account employee relations issues including but not limited to: Hotline calls response, investigation and follow, Corrective action/performance management consulting, and Policy interpretation.
- Create and implement internal HR processes and procedures within ARAMARK guidelines.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
- Employee Engagement Initiatives – Engagement Action Plan development and follow-up, corporate engagement and celebration activities point of contact/coordinator.
- Develop and advise innovative employee motivation and morale programs.
- Talent Acquisition – corporate Accelerate to Leadership and Step up to Leadership point of contact.
- HR metrics reporting and analysis.
- Benefits and Payroll assistance as needed.
- On-boarding programs and initiatives.
- Lead HR administrative office workers in continual improvement of HR Processes.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- HR/SPHR certification preferred. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications is required.
- Human Resources planning and organizational development experience desired.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources.
- Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or the equivalent.
- Employment relations experience including conducting investigations and resolution development required.
- Proven ability to effectively interact, communicate and consult with multiple levels of management on a routine basis.
- Strong analytical skills are required.
- Ability to train and make presentations will also be required.
- Solid understanding of financial and business objectives and analytical/problem solving skills.
- Organized, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Must take initiative to improve processes as needed.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work – our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
As the Human Resources Generalist, you will serve as a trusted HR partner supporting the operations team of a premier corporate dining program. In this role, you will deliver full-scope HR generalist support while owning and administering several key HR processes. You’ll work closely with leaders to drive consistent people practices, support day-to-day operations, and help create a positive, high-performing employee experience.
LifeWorks Restaurant Group, an independently operated division of Aramark, designs custom solutions for clients looking to take amenities to the next level. Our team of forward-thinkers look at each opportunity as an experience—not a requirement—and deliver out-of-this world, truly sensory experiences, feeding company culture. From the beginning of each client relationship, the team at LifeWorks Restaurant Group establishes a transparency with its partners, from space design and delivery to marketing of the final, branded product.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $75,000.00 to $78,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for day-to-day HR functions including recruiting, staffing, hiring, training, development, coaching, incentives, and disciplinary procedures.
- Issue resolution, follow up and recommendations for account employee relations issues including but not limited to: Hotline calls response, investigation and follow, Corrective action/performance management consulting, and Policy interpretation.
- Create and implement internal HR processes and procedures within ARAMARK guidelines.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
- Employee Engagement Initiatives – Engagement Action Plan development and follow-up, corporate engagement and celebration activities point of contact/coordinator.
- Develop and advise innovative employee motivation and morale programs.
- Talent Acquisition – corporate Accelerate to Leadership and Step up to Leadership point of contact.
- HR metrics reporting and analysis.
- Benefits and Payroll assistance as needed.
- On-boarding programs and initiatives.
- Lead HR administrative office workers in continual improvement of HR Processes.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- HR/SPHR certification preferred. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications is required.
- Human Resources planning and organizational development experience desired.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources.
- Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or the equivalent.
- Employment relations experience including conducting investigations and resolution development required.
- Proven ability to effectively interact, communicate and consult with multiple levels of management on a routine basis.
- Strong analytical skills are required.
- Ability to train and make presentations will also be required.
- Solid understanding of financial and business objectives and analytical/problem solving skills.
- Organized, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Must take initiative to improve processes as needed.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing – a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work – our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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Document your HR credentials before applying
Gather your degree transcripts, any SHRM or HRCI certifications, and past employment verifications before contacting employers. H-2B visa petitions move quickly once a labor certification is approved, and gaps in your credential packet can delay or derail the I-129 filing.
Target resort and hospitality employers with recurring H-2B petitions
Resorts, ski areas, and large seasonal event venues regularly sponsor H-2B workers across departments, including HR. These employers have established DOL relationships and internal processes, making them far more likely to sponsor an HR Generalist than a company filing for the first time.
Search verified H-2B employer listings on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find HR Generalist roles at employers with documented H-2B filing history. Filtering by employers who've sponsored before cuts out the back-and-forth of educating a hiring manager about the visa process from scratch.
Time your applications around the DOL cap filing windows
The 33,000 summer-half H-2B visas open October 1 and the winter-half opens April 1. DOL typically receives more petitions than available slots within days of each opening, so confirm your employer is ready to file on the first eligible date, not weeks later.
Verify your employer understands the prevailing wage requirement
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the employer has already run the OFLC Wage Search for HR Generalist roles in their county. If they haven't, the DOL labor certification will require it, and a wage lower than the prevailing rate will need to be corrected before the petition advances.
Use O*NET to align your experience with the petition's job duties
The O*NET occupation profile for HR Generalists defines the core tasks USCIS expects in H-2B petitions. Cross-check your resume against those listed duties so your application reflects the standardized role description, reducing the risk of a Request for Evidence on your qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find HR Generalist jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for finding HR Generalist positions at employers with verified H-2B filing history. Because H-2B sponsorship requires the employer to have already filed a DOL labor certification for the role, focusing on employers with documented seasonal hiring patterns significantly improves your chances of a successful sponsorship outcome.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect HR Generalist applicants?
The H-2B program issues a maximum of 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two 33,000-visa allotments for the winter and summer seasons. Cap numbers frequently fill within days of each half-year opening, so employers must file your I-129 petition as early as 90 days before your start date. Late filings risk running into an exhausted cap, leaving you without a visa even if the petition is otherwise approvable.
Can an HR Generalist role qualify as a temporary position for H-2B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate to DOL that the HR need is genuinely temporary and tied to a seasonal peak, a one-time event, or an intermittent surge in workforce activity. A resort hiring an HR Generalist to manage onboarding for 300 seasonal staff over a summer season is a strong example. Ongoing, year-round HR operations do not qualify.
What documents should I have ready when an employer begins my H-2B petition?
You'll need a valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond your intended stay, educational transcripts or degree certificates, any HR professional certifications, and employment verification letters from past roles. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation may be required. Having these documents organized before your employer files the I-129 with USCIS prevents delays once the labor certification is approved.
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