Guest Coordinator Jobs for OPT Students
Guest Coordinator roles in hospitality, events, and property management are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with degrees in hospitality management, tourism, communications, or business. Your OPT authorization covers full-time coordination work, and many employers in this space hire internationally trained candidates for their cross-cultural communication skills.
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Experience a perfect blend of deliberate purpose and clear-eyed vision. At Ulta Beauty, some of the industry’s most highly esteemed beauty leaders share themselves, as well as their expertise. Building authentic community. Creating a real sense of belonging—even as they’re plotting a bold, strategic course of exciting innovations destined to revolutionize the industry.
Think robust organizational support. Ever-increasing levels of investment. And a healthy dose of personal empowerment and growth opportunity. All with a company of unwavering strength and stability.
We are the future of beauty services. Be part of the transformation.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
The Guest Coordinator is responsible for engaging with guests and promoting the Ulta Beauty services business through one-on-one guest interactions, both over the phone and in-person. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and support the Experience Manager (EM) and Assistant Services Manager (ASM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate salon services and product knowledge.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)
The Guest Coordinator is a champion of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
- Contribute to meeting or exceeding the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), retail shrink, and omni-channel sales as set by Ulta Beauty.
- Provide exceptional guest service by acknowledging all Ulta Beauty guests in the Salon, Haircare, and Skincare areas of the store and offering friendly, prompt, and courteous service.
- Courteously handle sales, refunds and exchanges.
- Support the services team by answering salon phone calls, addressing and resolving guest concerns, managing the services booking system, guest records and salon traffic flow, and suggesting add-on services when booking appointments and interacting with guests in the store and salon.
- Build the services business by informing guests of current promotions and events and confidently inviting them to try services (inclusive of boutiques and salon) while providing knowledgeable, professional product and service recommendations to guests.
- Influence and support service providers in the execution of their daily appointment pages, rebooking, and new guest acquisition behaviors.
- Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals.
- Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.
- Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
People
- Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
- Create awareness around stylists’ personal goals through communication and collaboration with the entire team to drive success.
- Develop guest relationships through in-person and over-the-phone interactions and provide appropriate retail and service recommendations.
- Identify guests’ needs by observing consultations and ensuring each service guest receives a 360° experience.
- Collaborate with managers, associates, stylists, and skin therapists throughout the store to help grow the business and support a well-rounded guest experience.
- Establish professional peer and brand partner relationships that foster a shared interest in collaboratively delivering exceptional guest service.
- Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests in the salon and salesfloor.
- Attend mandatory trainings and meetings to enable continuous professional development.
Process
- Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards.
- Adhere to Ulta Beauty’s dress code.
- Support the services team with ensuring all safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures are being followed before, during, and after services; always ensure compliance with state board guidelines.
- In partnership with the EM, utilize the Ulta Beauty scheduling tools (e.g., services booking system, payroll management tools, Scheduling Opportunities Worksheet, and peak 25 hours) to recommend schedule adjustments that will maximize results.
- Communicate any supply needs to the EM, ensuring guest-readiness at all times.
- Contribute to maintaining outstanding store operational standards, including cleanliness of the salon, salesfloor, restrooms, backroom, break area, and any additional assigned area.
- Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
- Execute other operational tasks as directed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma is preferred
Experience
1 year of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Skills
- Proficient with basic technology (e.g., Point of Sale system, Apple devices, Services Booking System)
- Demonstrate significant competency in sales, products, and service
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Continuous mobility throughout the store during shift
- Frequent standing, bending, pulling, pushing, crouching, reaching, stooping, and twisting during shift
- Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift
- Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
- Frequent use of a computer, telephonic devices, and related office supplies
If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job.
About:
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
Overview:
Experience a perfect blend of deliberate purpose and clear-eyed vision. At Ulta Beauty, some of the industry’s most highly esteemed beauty leaders share themselves, as well as their expertise. Building authentic community. Creating a real sense of belonging—even as they’re plotting a bold, strategic course of exciting innovations destined to revolutionize the industry.
Think robust organizational support. Ever-increasing levels of investment. And a healthy dose of personal empowerment and growth opportunity. All with a company of unwavering strength and stability.
We are the future of beauty services. Be part of the transformation.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
The Guest Coordinator is responsible for engaging with guests and promoting the Ulta Beauty services business through one-on-one guest interactions, both over the phone and in-person. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and support the Experience Manager (EM) and Assistant Services Manager (ASM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate salon services and product knowledge.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)
The Guest Coordinator is a champion of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
- Contribute to meeting or exceeding the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), retail shrink, and omni-channel sales as set by Ulta Beauty.
- Provide exceptional guest service by acknowledging all Ulta Beauty guests in the Salon, Haircare, and Skincare areas of the store and offering friendly, prompt, and courteous service.
- Courteously handle sales, refunds and exchanges.
- Support the services team by answering salon phone calls, addressing and resolving guest concerns, managing the services booking system, guest records and salon traffic flow, and suggesting add-on services when booking appointments and interacting with guests in the store and salon.
- Build the services business by informing guests of current promotions and events and confidently inviting them to try services (inclusive of boutiques and salon) while providing knowledgeable, professional product and service recommendations to guests.
- Influence and support service providers in the execution of their daily appointment pages, rebooking, and new guest acquisition behaviors.
- Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals.
- Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.
- Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
People
- Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
- Create awareness around stylists’ personal goals through communication and collaboration with the entire team to drive success.
- Develop guest relationships through in-person and over-the-phone interactions and provide appropriate retail and service recommendations.
- Identify guests’ needs by observing consultations and ensuring each service guest receives a 360° experience.
- Collaborate with managers, associates, stylists, and skin therapists throughout the store to help grow the business and support a well-rounded guest experience.
- Establish professional peer and brand partner relationships that foster a shared interest in collaboratively delivering exceptional guest service.
- Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests in the salon and salesfloor.
- Attend mandatory trainings and meetings to enable continuous professional development.
Process
- Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards.
- Adhere to Ulta Beauty’s dress code.
- Support the services team with ensuring all safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures are being followed before, during, and after services; always ensure compliance with state board guidelines.
- In partnership with the EM, utilize the Ulta Beauty scheduling tools (e.g., services booking system, payroll management tools, Scheduling Opportunities Worksheet, and peak 25 hours) to recommend schedule adjustments that will maximize results.
- Communicate any supply needs to the EM, ensuring guest-readiness at all times.
- Contribute to maintaining outstanding store operational standards, including cleanliness of the salon, salesfloor, restrooms, backroom, break area, and any additional assigned area.
- Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
- Execute other operational tasks as directed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma is preferred
Experience
1 year of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Skills
- Proficient with basic technology (e.g., Point of Sale system, Apple devices, Services Booking System)
- Demonstrate significant competency in sales, products, and service
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Continuous mobility throughout the store during shift
- Frequent standing, bending, pulling, pushing, crouching, reaching, stooping, and twisting during shift
- Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift
- Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
- Frequent use of a computer, telephonic devices, and related office supplies
If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job.
About:
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Guest Coordinator
Target hospitality groups and event management companies
Large hotel brands, resort operators, and event management firms have established HR processes and are more likely to understand OPT authorization than smaller independent venues. Focus your search on employers with international staff already on their teams.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Guest Coordinator hiring cycles move quickly. Tell recruiters your OPT start date and end date early so they can confirm your authorization window fits their needs before investing time in interviews. Ambiguity about work authorization kills otherwise strong candidacies.
Emphasize cross-cultural guest experience skills
Properties serving international guests actively value coordinators who speak multiple languages or understand different cultural norms. Frame your international background as a direct asset for managing diverse guest expectations, not just a personal detail on your resume.
Track your 90-day unemployment limit carefully
OPT allows no more than 90 days of cumulative unemployment. If your job search extends beyond two to three months, prioritize contract or temporary coordinator roles that count as valid OPT employment while you continue pursuing permanent positions.
Ask about STEM OPT extension eligibility early
Hospitality management programs at some universities qualify for STEM OPT extension. If your degree is STEM-designated, confirm this with your DSO before accepting a role, as it gives you 24 additional months of work authorization and makes you more attractive to employers.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Not every job listing specifies whether the employer will work with OPT students. Migrate Mate filters Guest Coordinator roles by visa sponsorship willingness, so you spend less time applying to positions that will screen you out at the authorization question.
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Does a Guest Coordinator job qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, Guest Coordinator roles qualify for OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in hospitality management, tourism, event management, communications, or business administration all support a direct relationship. Your DSO will need to confirm the connection between your specific degree and the role when updating your I-20.
Can I work as a Guest Coordinator at a hotel or resort on OPT?
Yes. Hotels, resorts, and event venues are among the more OPT-friendly employers in this field because they frequently hire internationally trained staff and often have experience processing work authorization documentation. Full-time coordinator positions at these properties count as valid OPT employment, provided the role aligns with your degree. Browse current openings on Migrate Mate to find employers that have already indicated openness to OPT candidates.
What happens to my OPT if I leave a Guest Coordinator job?
Your OPT authorization remains active, but the 90-day unemployment clock starts running from the day your employment ends. You have 90 cumulative days of unemployment across your entire OPT period before you fall out of status. Report any job change to your DSO within 10 days and begin your next job search immediately to stay within the limit.
Do Guest Coordinator employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends?
It varies significantly by employer size and type. Large hotel groups and hospitality management companies with dedicated HR teams are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than small independent properties. When evaluating offers, ask the hiring manager directly about their history of sponsoring work visas for coordinator-level staff. Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before are the most reliable candidates for future sponsorship.
Does my degree need to exactly match the Guest Coordinator job description for OPT to be valid?
No exact match is required, but there must be a clear, documented relationship between your degree field and the role. A hospitality management degree clearly supports a Guest Coordinator position. A computer science degree would require a much stronger justification. Your DSO reviews the connection and records the employer information in SEVIS, so discuss any uncertainty with them before accepting an offer.
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