H-2B Visa Restaurant Jobs
Restaurant jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available at resorts, hotels, and seasonal dining destinations that rely on temporary foreign workers to staff kitchens and front-of-house roles. Employers must obtain DOL labor certification before sponsoring you, and the 66,000-visa annual cap means early filing is essential.
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Limelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them. Each Limelight hotel is inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you and set in the heart of elevated and unique locations, each carefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view.
Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder; Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California; and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028).
For more information, visit www.limelighthotels.com or follow @limelighthotel on X, Instagram or Facebook. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Restaurant Manager is responsible for maintaining financial profitability, high service level, excellent guest response, and upkeep of the operation. Additional responsibilities include setting up floor, hands-on management during service, payroll and administrative duties, and ongoing training. This position reports to the Food & Beverage Manager.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 29, 2026.
Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing, coaching, correcting employees, maintaining a positive atmosphere & upholding standard
- Assist in interviewing, selection, training and retention of employees
- Produce weekly schedules according to budget and forecasted numbers
- Responsible for the financial success of the operation
- Conducts daily inspection of restaurant and equipment to ensure compliance with health, safety, food handling and hygiene standards
- Manages inventory and purchases food and supplies
- Complete and assign daily preparation lists
- Communicate with Director of Outlets & Beverage as needed regarding inventory, ordering and menu details such as pricing information
- Ensures customer satisfaction with all aspects of the restaurant and dining experience
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements
- 2 years of management experience in a food service environment required
- Hospitality management related degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of purchasing, scheduling and payroll systems required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish a plus
- Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related
- Ability to work under stressful circumstances
- Ability to delegate work to others
Additional Information
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
- Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
- Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)
Job Benefits
This position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
- Flexible Spending Account Programs
- Life Insurance Programs
- Paid Time Off Programs
- Paid Leave Programs
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
- Other company perks
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.
For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks
Aspen One participates in E-Verify.
Company Description
Limelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them. Each Limelight hotel is inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you and set in the heart of elevated and unique locations, each carefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view.
Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder; Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California; and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028).
For more information, visit www.limelighthotels.com or follow @limelighthotel on X, Instagram or Facebook. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Restaurant Manager is responsible for maintaining financial profitability, high service level, excellent guest response, and upkeep of the operation. Additional responsibilities include setting up floor, hands-on management during service, payroll and administrative duties, and ongoing training. This position reports to the Food & Beverage Manager.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 29, 2026.
Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing, coaching, correcting employees, maintaining a positive atmosphere & upholding standard
- Assist in interviewing, selection, training and retention of employees
- Produce weekly schedules according to budget and forecasted numbers
- Responsible for the financial success of the operation
- Conducts daily inspection of restaurant and equipment to ensure compliance with health, safety, food handling and hygiene standards
- Manages inventory and purchases food and supplies
- Complete and assign daily preparation lists
- Communicate with Director of Outlets & Beverage as needed regarding inventory, ordering and menu details such as pricing information
- Ensures customer satisfaction with all aspects of the restaurant and dining experience
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements
- 2 years of management experience in a food service environment required
- Hospitality management related degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of purchasing, scheduling and payroll systems required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English, Spanish a plus
- Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related
- Ability to work under stressful circumstances
- Ability to delegate work to others
Additional Information
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
- Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
- Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)
Job Benefits
This position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
- Flexible Spending Account Programs
- Life Insurance Programs
- Paid Time Off Programs
- Paid Leave Programs
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
- Other company perks
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.
For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks
Aspen One participates in E-Verify.
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Pull your O*NET occupation profile first
Restaurant workers fall under multiple SOC codes depending on your role. Check O*NET to confirm whether you're classified as a cook, food preparation worker, or server before applying, since your job title on the I-129 petition must match your actual duties.
Target employers with prior H-2B history
Seasonal restaurants and resort dining operations that sponsored H-2B visa workers in previous years already understand the DOL labor certification process. Search Migrate Mate to filter restaurant employers by verified H-2B visa filing history and identify which ones rehire returning workers each season.
Time your applications around the cap cutoffs
The 66,000-visa cap splits into 33,000 for each half of the fiscal year. Restaurant season peaks tend to align with the summer allocation, so employers who file closer to April 1 typically have better access to available numbers than those who file late.
Get a credential evaluation for foreign culinary training
If you completed culinary school or food service training outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization strengthens your petition. DOL labor certification requires demonstrating you meet the minimum qualifications listed in the employer's job order.
Confirm your employer has filed the temporary labor certification
Before accepting any offer, verify the employer has submitted a valid ETA-9142B to DOL and received certification. Without that certification, USCIS won't approve the I-129 petition, and you cannot legally work under H-2B status regardless of what the employer promises.
Ask about the three-day arrival window upfront
USCIS allows H-2B workers to enter the U.S. up to three days before the petition start date. Clarify your employer's expected start date and the actual petition dates in writing before booking travel to avoid arriving outside your authorized entry window.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find restaurant jobs that offer H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find restaurant employers with verified H-2B sponsorship history. Most seasonal restaurant and resort employers don't advertise H-2B openings on general job boards because the DOL labor certification process requires them to recruit domestically first. Searching by visa type and job category on Migrate Mate filters results to employers who have actually filed H-2B petitions for food service roles in previous seasons.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my chances of getting a restaurant job?
The H-2B program issues a maximum of 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two allocations of 33,000 each for October through March and April through September. Restaurant and hospitality employers targeting summer seasons compete for the same spring allocation, so petitions filed early in the filing window have better odds. If the cap fills before your employer's petition is processed, you'd need to wait for the next allocation or for any supplemental cap numbers that Congress or DHS may authorize.
Can I return to the same restaurant employer for a second H-2B season?
Yes, H-2B status can be extended or renewed if your employer re-files a new temporary labor certification and I-129 petition for the next season. Returning workers are often preferred because employers don't have to retrain them, but the full DOL certification process still applies each year. Your cumulative time on H-2B status cannot exceed three years without departing the U.S. for at least three uninterrupted months before re-entry.
Does my restaurant employer need to pay for my flights and housing under H-2B?
DOL rules require H-2B employers to reimburse inbound transportation costs if you complete at least half the contract period, and return transportation if you complete the full contract. Housing is not automatically required for non-agricultural workers the way it is under H-2A visa, but many seasonal resort restaurants provide housing as part of the offer. Confirm these terms in your job offer before your employer submits the labor certification to DOL.