H-2B Visa Operations Manager Jobs
Operations Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available across hospitality, construction, and seasonal service industries that rely on temporary foreign workers. Employers must file a temporary labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring your petition, and the 66,000-visa annual cap means timing your application to the correct half-year allocation matters.
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JOB SUMMARY
Supervises daily Food and Beverage (F&B) shift operation and ensures compliance with all F&B policies, standards and procedures. Manages day-to-day operations, monitors quality, and standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis. Maintains the operating budget, and verifies that standards and legal obligations are followed.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 5 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
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- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 3 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Day-to-Day Operations
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Assists in the ordering of F&B supplies, cleaning supplies and uniforms.
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Supervises daily Food and Beverage (F&B) shift operation and ensures compliance with all F&B policies, standards and procedures.
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Supports and supervises an effective monthly self inspection program.
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Operates all department equipment as necessary and reports malfunction.
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Supervises staffing levels to verify that guest service, operational needs, and financial objective are met.
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Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
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Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
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Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
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Monitors and maintains the productivity level of employees.
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Verifies that all team members/supervisors understand the brand specific philosophy.
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Maintains the operating budget, and verifies that standards and legal obligations are followed.
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Assists supervisors in understanding team members ever changing needs and expectations, and how to exceed them.
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Celebrates and fosters decisions that result in successes as well as failures.
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Communicates areas that need attention to staff and follows up to ensure understanding.
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Coordinates cleaning program in all F&B areas (e.g., General clean), identifying trends and making recommendation for improvements.
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Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
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Creates and nurtures a property environment that emphasizes motivation, empowerment, teamwork and passion for providing service.
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Follows property specific second effort and recovery plan.
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Stays readily available/approachable for all team members.
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Demonstrates knowledge of the brand specific service culture.
Providing Exceptional Customer Service
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Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
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Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
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Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
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Manages day-to-day operations, verifies that the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
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Takes proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns.
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Sets a positive example for guest relations.
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Stays readily available/approachable for all guests.
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Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction result with employees.
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Responds in a timely manner to customer service department request.
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
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Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
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Administers the performance appraisal process for direct report managers.
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Conducts hourly employee performance appraisals according to Standard Operating Procedures.
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Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
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Verifies that employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
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Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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Verifies that disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
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Interviews and hires management and hourly employees with the appropriate skills to meet the business needs of the operation.
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Manages beverage purchasing and control procedures and ensures staff is trained accordingly.
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Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and or managers.
Additional Responsibilities
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Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
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Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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Performs hourly job function if necessary.
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Extends professionalism and courtesy to team members at all times.
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Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress report.
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Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
Location
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Schedule
Full Time
Position Type
Management
Pay Range:
$87,000-$112,000 annually
Bonus Eligible:
Y
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family, enrich your wellbeing, empower your career, and spark new adventures. Benefits eligibility and options may vary depending on employment status, position and location. Click here to learn more.
At Renaissance Hotels, we believe in helping our guests experience the DNA of the neighborhoods they are visiting. Our guests come to discover and uncover the unexpected, to dive into a new culture, or simply to make the most of a free evening. They see business travel as an adventure because they see all travel as an adventure. Where others may settle for the usual, our guests see a chance to bring home a great story. And so do we. We’re looking for fellow spontaneous explorers to join our team to bring the spirit of the neighborhood to our guests. If this sounds like you, we invite you to discover career opportunities with Renaissance Hotels. In joining Renaissance Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Operations Manager
Match your credentials to DOL standards
Pull the O*NET profile for Operations Manager before you apply. It lists the exact skills, education, and experience DOL reviewers expect to see documented in your petition, so gaps don't trigger a denial.
Target employers with prior H-2B history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Operations Manager roles by employers who have already completed the DOL temporary labor certification process. Repeat sponsors know the filing timeline and are far less likely to miss the cap deadline.
Apply before the half-year cap closes
The 66,000 annual H-2B visa cap splits into two 33,000-slot windows. Operations Manager roles that start October through March fall under the winter allocation, which fills fast. Confirm your employer is filing at least 75 days before your intended start date.
Confirm your role qualifies as temporary
H-2B requires the employer to prove the need is genuinely temporary, not permanent. For an Operations Manager role, your offer letter must tie the position to a defined seasonal project or peak-period need, not an ongoing operational gap.
Verify the prevailing wage before signing
Run your job title and worksite ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer. Your employer's I-129 petition must certify they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage, and discrepancies between the offer and the certified wage can stall the filing.
Track your petition status through USCIS
Once your employer files Form I-129, USCIS issues a receipt notice with a case number. Check it directly with USCIS to catch requests for evidence early. An unanswered RFE can invalidate your petition before you ever reach the consulate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Operations Manager jobs with H-2B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Operations Manager roles filtered for employers who have completed the DOL temporary labor certification process, so you're only seeing positions where H-2B sponsorship is already in motion. Searching general job boards returns listings that rarely distinguish between permanent and H-2B-eligible temporary roles.
Does the H-2B annual cap affect Operations Manager applicants?
Yes. The 66,000 annual H-2B visa cap splits into two 33,000-slot windows tied to start dates. Operations Manager roles with a start date between April 1 and September 30 fall under the summer allocation, which typically fills within weeks of opening. Your employer must file the DOL application at least 75 days before your start date, and USCIS can only accept petitions once the cap period opens.
What documentation do I need to support an H-2B Operations Manager petition?
You'll need a valid passport, a signed job offer specifying the temporary nature of the role, and evidence that your experience matches the position. Your employer submits the certified Labor Condition Application and Form I-129. If your Operations Manager background spans multiple industries, a detailed employment history demonstrating supervisory scope strengthens the petition against any DOL scrutiny.
Can an Operations Manager position qualify as temporary under H-2B rules?
It can, but the employer must document a genuine temporary need tied to a peak season, a one-time event, or an intermittent business demand. A resort ramping up for a ski season or a construction firm managing a fixed-term project fits. An employer who needs year-round operational oversight won't meet the DOL's temporary need standard, regardless of the job title.