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Waiter jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are concentrated in seasonal resort towns, ski destinations, and coastal tourism markets where U.S. employers can't fill front-of-house positions domestically. Sponsoring employers must secure DOL labor certification and file before the 66,000-visa annual cap fills, so timing your application with the right hiring cycle matters.
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At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging - of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.
Hyatt Regency San Francisco is seeking a polished, energetic, and service-focused Lounge Beverage Server to join the team at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar.
Eclipse is a dynamic restaurant and lounge located in the hotel’s dramatic atrium, offering guests a sophisticated setting for business meetings, social gatherings, and evening cocktails. The lounge features signature cocktails, California wines, craft beer, appetizers, and San Francisco-inspired cuisine, with comfortable seating including plush couches, modern pub tables, and tufted benches. Bar service is offered in the evening, with food service beginning at 5:00 PM.
This position will be the most junior-seniority position within the Eclipse roster. As a result, there are no guaranteed weekly shifts. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced hospitality professional seeking flexible supplemental evening work.
The ideal candidate has strong restaurant, lounge, or hotel experience and is comfortable providing polished beverage and food service in a high-volume environment.
Position Details
- Strictly PM availability required.
- No guaranteed weekly schedule.
- Significant coverage opportunities are expected from mid-November through January due to scheduled colleague vacations and peak business demands.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other high-demand periods as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, polished, and professional beverage and food service to guests in Eclipse Lounge.
- Greet guests warmly and create a welcoming, personable lounge experience.
- Take beverage and food orders accurately and communicate special requests, allergies, and dietary needs to the appropriate colleagues.
- Serve cocktails, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and food items according to hotel standards.
- Maintain strong knowledge of Eclipse’s beverage offerings, including signature cocktails, California wines, beer, and alternative non-alcoholic beverages.
- Assist guests with menu questions and provide appropriate recommendations based on preferences.
- Monitor assigned tables and anticipate guest needs throughout the experience.
- Maintain table presentation by clearing used glassware and dishes, refreshing beverages, and keeping guest areas clean and organized.
- Coordinate closely with bartenders, hosts, culinary colleagues, and other Food & Beverage team members to ensure smooth service.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned service stations and lounge areas.
- Process guest checks accurately and follow established payment, room charge, and cash-handling procedures.
- Follow responsible alcohol service requirements and all hotel food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Communicate guest concerns, service opportunities, and operational issues to the appropriate leader.
- Assist with opening, closing, and side work responsibilities as assigned.
- Support the team during periods of high volume, special events, and changing business needs.
- Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Perform other lounge and Food & Beverage duties as assigned.
This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and the pay rate is $20.26.
We Offer Excellent Benefits:
- Free Room Nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free colleague meals during shift
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant, lounge, hotel, or hospitality service experience required.
- Previous cocktail, wine, and food service experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of lounge and beverage service.
- Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a high-volume lounge environment.
- Excellent guest service and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tables and priorities.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Professional, polished, and guest-focused demeanor.
- Food handler certification or ability to obtain required certification, if applicable.
- Responsible Beverage Service certification or ability to obtain required certification.
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to assigned on-call shifts.
- Consistent evening availability is required.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Summary
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging - of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.
Hyatt Regency San Francisco is seeking a polished, energetic, and service-focused Lounge Beverage Server to join the team at Eclipse Kitchen & Bar.
Eclipse is a dynamic restaurant and lounge located in the hotel’s dramatic atrium, offering guests a sophisticated setting for business meetings, social gatherings, and evening cocktails. The lounge features signature cocktails, California wines, craft beer, appetizers, and San Francisco-inspired cuisine, with comfortable seating including plush couches, modern pub tables, and tufted benches. Bar service is offered in the evening, with food service beginning at 5:00 PM.
This position will be the most junior-seniority position within the Eclipse roster. As a result, there are no guaranteed weekly shifts. This opportunity is well suited for an experienced hospitality professional seeking flexible supplemental evening work.
The ideal candidate has strong restaurant, lounge, or hotel experience and is comfortable providing polished beverage and food service in a high-volume environment.
Position Details
- Strictly PM availability required.
- No guaranteed weekly schedule.
- Significant coverage opportunities are expected from mid-November through January due to scheduled colleague vacations and peak business demands.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other high-demand periods as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, polished, and professional beverage and food service to guests in Eclipse Lounge.
- Greet guests warmly and create a welcoming, personable lounge experience.
- Take beverage and food orders accurately and communicate special requests, allergies, and dietary needs to the appropriate colleagues.
- Serve cocktails, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and food items according to hotel standards.
- Maintain strong knowledge of Eclipse’s beverage offerings, including signature cocktails, California wines, beer, and alternative non-alcoholic beverages.
- Assist guests with menu questions and provide appropriate recommendations based on preferences.
- Monitor assigned tables and anticipate guest needs throughout the experience.
- Maintain table presentation by clearing used glassware and dishes, refreshing beverages, and keeping guest areas clean and organized.
- Coordinate closely with bartenders, hosts, culinary colleagues, and other Food & Beverage team members to ensure smooth service.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned service stations and lounge areas.
- Process guest checks accurately and follow established payment, room charge, and cash-handling procedures.
- Follow responsible alcohol service requirements and all hotel food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Communicate guest concerns, service opportunities, and operational issues to the appropriate leader.
- Assist with opening, closing, and side work responsibilities as assigned.
- Support the team during periods of high volume, special events, and changing business needs.
- Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Perform other lounge and Food & Beverage duties as assigned.
This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and the pay rate is $20.26.
We Offer Excellent Benefits:
- Free Room Nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free colleague meals during shift
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant, lounge, hotel, or hospitality service experience required.
- Previous cocktail, wine, and food service experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of lounge and beverage service.
- Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a high-volume lounge environment.
- Excellent guest service and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tables and priorities.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Professional, polished, and guest-focused demeanor.
- Food handler certification or ability to obtain required certification, if applicable.
- Responsible Beverage Service certification or ability to obtain required certification.
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to assigned on-call shifts.
- Consistent evening availability is required.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Waiter
Verify your food service credentials transfer
U.S. employers filing H-2B visa petitions for waitstaff often list specific certifications like food handler permits or responsible alcohol service training. Check which credentials from your home country are recognized and gather equivalency documentation before you apply.
Target resort and lodge employers directly
Ski resorts, beach hotels, and national park lodges file H-2B petitions in bulk every season for waitstaff. Applying directly to these properties before their petition window opens puts you ahead of workers who wait for job boards to post openings.
Search verified H-2B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Waiter roles by employers with documented H-2B filing history, so you're not guessing which properties actually sponsor. Verified DOL Labor Condition Application data tells you who has sponsored before and for how many positions.
Understand the cap split and apply accordingly
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits evenly between October-to-March and April-to-September start dates. If you're targeting summer restaurant work, your employer must file in the April-to-September allocation, which fills fast, so confirm their intended start date early.
Confirm the employer has filed a prevailing wage determination
Before accepting any offer, ask your prospective employer whether they've submitted a prevailing wage request to OFLC. Without an approved wage determination, the H-2B petition can't proceed. Cross-reference the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search for your destination state and job code.
Prepare for the consular interview with role-specific documentation
Consular officers assess whether your experience matches the temporary, seasonal nature of the waiter role. Bring employment records showing prior front-of-house or food service experience and a copy of your employer's approved DOL temporary labor certification to the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Waiter jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Waiter positions with verified H-2B sponsorship history. It surfaces employers who have filed DOL Labor Condition Applications for waitstaff roles in the past, so you can target properties that have already navigated the certification process rather than speculating about who sponsors.
How does the H-2B cap affect my chances of getting a Waiter position?
The H-2B program has a 66,000-visa annual cap divided into two equal halves by season. Employers hiring waitstaff for summer resort or tourism seasons must file in the April-to-September allocation, which often exhausts quickly. Your employer needs to submit their temporary labor certification to DOL and then file Form I-129 with USCIS well before the cap fills, so confirm your employer's filing timeline as early as possible.
Does a Waiter role qualify for H-2B visa sponsorship?
Yes, Waiter is a recognized H-2B occupation because it's classified as a non-agricultural, temporary, seasonal position. Employers must demonstrate that the need for waitstaff is tied to a predictable seasonal event, such as a summer resort season or winter ski period, and that qualified U.S. workers aren't available. The O*NET occupation code for Waiters and Waitresses is used in the DOL certification process to define the role and establish the prevailing wage.
What happens to my H-2B status when the season ends?
Your H-2B visa is tied to the specific employer and the validity period on your approved petition. When the seasonal contract ends, USCIS allows a 10-day grace period after your authorized stay expires before you must depart the U.S. If your employer wants to extend your stay for a subsequent season, they must file a new or amended petition before your current period ends.