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H-2B visa sponsorship for Vice President roles connects senior operations and general management professionals to U.S. employers in hospitality, construction, and seasonal services who need temporary executive leadership. Employers must secure DOL labor certification before filing, and the 66,000 annual cap makes early applications critical.
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Overview:
The Vice President of Restaurants & Bars will serve as the driving force behind the Kessler family’s culinary and service vision across their distinguished portfolio. This executive leader brings deep fine‑dining expertise and an unwavering commitment to world‑class hospitality. The ideal candidate has been shaped by Forbes Five‑Star standards, Michelin‑recognized environments, Bib Gourmand or James Beard–affiliated programs and possesses a refined command of service etiquette.
Responsibilities:
The Vice President of Restaurants & Bars demonstrates mastery across service and beverage disciplines, including wine, spirits, and advanced pairing strategy, and are adept at overseeing complex initiatives, large‑scale inventories, and multi‑venue operations. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of guiding a team of Directors/General Managers, sommeliers, inspiring high‑performing culinary talent, and elevating every guest experience to the level of artistry that defines the Kessler brand. This leader will drive and position the Kessler culinary experiences at the forefront of luxury hospitality, ensuring every restaurant and bar within the portfolio reflects the family’s artistic vision, uncompromising standards, and signature sense of place.
- Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.
- Proven success in multi-unit F&B operations, preferably within a hotel management or luxury hospitality company.
- Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, cost controls, and revenue.
- Deep knowledge of industry trends, culinary innovation, and beverage.
- Experience in developing and executing large-scale F&B strategies across diverse.
- Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in food & beverage, hospitality, or hotel.
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field (preferred).
- Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametags.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
Compensation Type: Yearly
Location:
Overview:
The Vice President of Restaurants & Bars will serve as the driving force behind the Kessler family’s culinary and service vision across their distinguished portfolio. This executive leader brings deep fine‑dining expertise and an unwavering commitment to world‑class hospitality. The ideal candidate has been shaped by Forbes Five‑Star standards, Michelin‑recognized environments, Bib Gourmand or James Beard–affiliated programs and possesses a refined command of service etiquette.
Responsibilities:
The Vice President of Restaurants & Bars demonstrates mastery across service and beverage disciplines, including wine, spirits, and advanced pairing strategy, and are adept at overseeing complex initiatives, large‑scale inventories, and multi‑venue operations. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of guiding a team of Directors/General Managers, sommeliers, inspiring high‑performing culinary talent, and elevating every guest experience to the level of artistry that defines the Kessler brand. This leader will drive and position the Kessler culinary experiences at the forefront of luxury hospitality, ensuring every restaurant and bar within the portfolio reflects the family’s artistic vision, uncompromising standards, and signature sense of place.
- Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.
- Proven success in multi-unit F&B operations, preferably within a hotel management or luxury hospitality company.
- Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, cost controls, and revenue.
- Deep knowledge of industry trends, culinary innovation, and beverage.
- Experience in developing and executing large-scale F&B strategies across diverse.
- Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in food & beverage, hospitality, or hotel.
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field (preferred).
- Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametags.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Vice President Jobs
Document your executive track record
H-2B visa petitions for VP roles require proof the position is genuinely temporary. Compile org charts, project timelines, and board resolutions that show defined start and end dates for the seasonal leadership scope you'll fill.
Target employers with prior H-2B filings
Search for companies that have already navigated DOL labor certification. Experienced H-2B sponsors understand the SWA recruitment steps and prevailing wage requirements, reducing delays that first-time filers typically face in senior-role petitions.
Verify your wage against OFLC standards
VP-level H-2B positions must meet the prevailing wage for the specific SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer to confirm the employer's proposed wage satisfies DOL certification requirements.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Vice President openings with verified H-2B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. Filter by industry and seasonal period so you're targeting employers whose DOL filings align with your availability and the correct cap half.
Align your start date with cap deadlines
The 66,000 annual cap splits into two 33,000 halves. October 1 starts fall under the winter half; April 1 starts fall under the summer half. Confirm your employer files within the correct filing window to avoid cap exhaustion.
Clarify temporary scope in the job offer letter
USCIS scrutinizes VP-level H-2B petitions for evidence of genuine temporary need. Your offer letter should specify the seasonal project, its defined end date, and why permanent executive hiring isn't the employer's current solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Vice President jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Vice President roles where employers have active H-2B sponsorship history. Because H-2B sponsorship requires significant DOL preparation on the employer's side, targeting companies already familiar with the process saves time. Migrate Mate surfaces employers by filing history so you're not starting cold with organizations that have never sponsored before.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect Vice President applications?
The H-2B program issues 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split evenly between October 1 and April 1 start dates. Each half-year cap fills quickly, sometimes within days of the filing window opening. For VP roles with a defined seasonal start date, your employer needs to file as early as possible in the applicable window to avoid cap exhaustion before your petition is processed.
Does a Vice President role qualify for H-2B status?
A VP role can qualify if the employer demonstrates genuinely temporary or seasonal need, not just a preference for a short-term hire. The position must have a fixed end date tied to a seasonal business cycle, a one-time project, or a peak-demand period. USCIS will scrutinize whether the scope is inherently temporary rather than an ongoing executive function the employer has simply chosen to staff temporarily.
What does the DOL labor certification process involve for VP-level H-2B petitions?
Before filing with USCIS, the employer must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL, which includes posting the job through the State Workforce Agency, conducting domestic recruitment, and establishing a prevailing wage for the VP role's SOC code and work location. The certification confirms no qualified U.S. workers are available for the temporary position, a standard that applies regardless of seniority level.
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