OPT Hospitality Jobs
Hospitality jobs that sponsor OPT work authorization span hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event management companies. Most roles fall under STEM-adjacent operations or business management, qualifying for standard 12-month OPT. Students with tourism or hospitality management degrees should confirm STEM OPT eligibility with their DSO before applying.
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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Supervisor, Hospitality Services.
In this role, the successful candidate manages staff and assists with activities necessary for effective functioning of the department. Responsible for directing, facilitating and evaluating work performance of all personnel within a defined assigned area.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Plans work schedules and assigns adequate staff to ensure excellent service for all areas of the facility while reducing unnecessary overtime. Ensures that all equipment is maintained and operational and monitors use of supplies. Conducts staff training and ensures staff compliance with annual requirements. Assists with interviewing and new staff for the department. Evaluates and disciplines personnel as outlined by WUH standards. Abides with all WUH policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines.
- Supports co-workers in accomplishment of daily activities and tasks necessary for meeting facility needs. Conducts/participates in staff meetings and communicates policy and procedures with employees to promote consistency in department. Conducts daily rounds and evaluates facility and staff performance. Assists with the coordination of Hospitality work projects with other departments.
- Communicates effectively with department and employees and responds to issues that may cause problems and/or refers these issues through proper chain of command utilizing the escalation policy. Documents legibly. Completes required reports. Utilizes appropriate communication in all interactions: demonstrates proper phone and email etiquette. Evaluates employee performance through established standards and competencies. Communicates issues or recommendations for improvement to the Director and/or Manager.
- Utilizes operating systems established for Hospitality Services department and WUH. Understands and utilizes bed tracking program for efficient patient flow. Follows all safety practices for and provides a safe environment for staff, visitors, and patients. Adheres to regulatory requirements as per Joint Commission, HIPAA, and State Department of Health Regulatory Standards, inclusive of waste management procedures. Utilizes communication systems made available, i.e., beeper, phone, etc. to effectively communicate all service requirements are met in a timely manner. Monitors and supports program designed for team cleaning practices to improve patient room cleaning and service while monitoring patient flow throughout the institution.
- Responds to Environment Of Care (EOC) issues as directed by Manager or Director of Hospitality Services. Evaluates and measures cleaning standards to meet hospitality services performance through daily quality checks. Shares and utilizes data from customer satisfaction along with Press Ganey reports to educate staff to higher services standards. Promotes Winthrop Hospitality and service culture programs, i.e., RELATE and Words that Work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 - 2 years Hospitality or related experience. Ability to read, write and speak English. Good communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, customer service skills. Basic computer skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Some College. 3 - 5 years Hospitality experience in a Health care environment.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,300.00 - $72,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
INTRODUCTION
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Supervisor, Hospitality Services.
In this role, the successful candidate manages staff and assists with activities necessary for effective functioning of the department. Responsible for directing, facilitating and evaluating work performance of all personnel within a defined assigned area.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Plans work schedules and assigns adequate staff to ensure excellent service for all areas of the facility while reducing unnecessary overtime. Ensures that all equipment is maintained and operational and monitors use of supplies. Conducts staff training and ensures staff compliance with annual requirements. Assists with interviewing and new staff for the department. Evaluates and disciplines personnel as outlined by WUH standards. Abides with all WUH policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines.
- Supports co-workers in accomplishment of daily activities and tasks necessary for meeting facility needs. Conducts/participates in staff meetings and communicates policy and procedures with employees to promote consistency in department. Conducts daily rounds and evaluates facility and staff performance. Assists with the coordination of Hospitality work projects with other departments.
- Communicates effectively with department and employees and responds to issues that may cause problems and/or refers these issues through proper chain of command utilizing the escalation policy. Documents legibly. Completes required reports. Utilizes appropriate communication in all interactions: demonstrates proper phone and email etiquette. Evaluates employee performance through established standards and competencies. Communicates issues or recommendations for improvement to the Director and/or Manager.
- Utilizes operating systems established for Hospitality Services department and WUH. Understands and utilizes bed tracking program for efficient patient flow. Follows all safety practices for and provides a safe environment for staff, visitors, and patients. Adheres to regulatory requirements as per Joint Commission, HIPAA, and State Department of Health Regulatory Standards, inclusive of waste management procedures. Utilizes communication systems made available, i.e., beeper, phone, etc. to effectively communicate all service requirements are met in a timely manner. Monitors and supports program designed for team cleaning practices to improve patient room cleaning and service while monitoring patient flow throughout the institution.
- Responds to Environment Of Care (EOC) issues as directed by Manager or Director of Hospitality Services. Evaluates and measures cleaning standards to meet hospitality services performance through daily quality checks. Shares and utilizes data from customer satisfaction along with Press Ganey reports to educate staff to higher services standards. Promotes Winthrop Hospitality and service culture programs, i.e., RELATE and Words that Work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 - 2 years Hospitality or related experience. Ability to read, write and speak English. Good communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, customer service skills. Basic computer skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Some College. 3 - 5 years Hospitality experience in a Health care environment.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,300.00 - $72,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Hospitality
Target hotel chains with established HR infrastructure
Large hotel groups like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt have dedicated HR teams familiar with OPT authorization. Smaller boutique properties often lack the resources to navigate work authorization paperwork, making enterprise employers a more reliable starting point.
Clarify your OPT end date upfront
Hospitality hiring cycles move fast. Before your first interview, confirm your OPT start date and expiration. Employers need to know how long you can work without additional sponsorship, since many roles involve training periods that could overlap with your authorization window.
Emphasize management track roles over hourly positions
OPT is authorized for employment directly related to your degree. Management trainee, operations coordinator, and front office supervisor roles align more clearly with hospitality degrees than general service positions, making authorization easier to justify and renewals more defensible.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship timelines during the offer stage
If your goal is long-term U.S. employment, raise H-1B visa sponsorship before accepting an offer, not after. Some hospitality employers sponsor selectively for corporate or management roles but not for property-level positions, so knowing this early saves you time.
Document how your role connects to your degree field
USCIS requires OPT employment to be directly related to your major. Keep a written record showing how your hospitality role uses skills from your coursework. This documentation protects you if your authorization is ever questioned during a routine check.
Check whether your hospitality degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Some hospitality management and tourism programs hold STEM designation under CIP codes in management or data analytics. A 24-month STEM OPT extension dramatically changes your value to employers, so verify eligibility with your DSO before your standard OPT expires.
Hospitality OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in hospitality on OPT if my degree is in hotel management?
Yes. A hotel management or hospitality management degree directly supports OPT employment in roles like front office operations, food and beverage management, and event coordination. The key requirement is that your job duties connect meaningfully to your field of study. Roles that are purely service-oriented without a management or operational component may not meet the USCIS standard for authorized OPT employment.
Do hospitality employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by employer type. Corporate hotel chains and large resort groups are more likely to sponsor OPT students, particularly for management trainee programs and salaried operational roles. Independent restaurants and boutique properties rarely have the HR infrastructure to manage work authorization. Migrate Mate lists hospitality employers who are actively open to OPT candidates, which helps you avoid wasting time on applications that won't move forward.
Does hospitality qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific program's CIP code. Traditional hospitality and hotel administration degrees are generally not STEM-designated. However, some programs in hospitality analytics, tourism technology, or hospitality business management have received STEM designation. Check your I-20 and confirm with your DSO whether your degree qualifies. If it does, you're eligible for an additional 24 months of work authorization, which significantly improves your sponsorship options.
Can I work part-time in hospitality during my pre-completion OPT?
Yes, but only up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Pre-completion OPT hours are capped to protect your full-time student status. Once you've graduated, post-completion OPT removes that restriction and allows full-time employment. Most hospitality management programs authorize post-completion OPT, which is when the majority of salaried roles and management trainee positions become available to you.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm laid off from a hospitality job?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment allowance during your standard OPT period. If your employment ends, that clock starts immediately. You're required to report any change in employer to your DSO within 10 days. For STEM OPT holders, the unemployment allowance is 150 days total. Use any gap period strategically to search for a new role quickly, and keep your DSO informed throughout the process.