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Office Manager roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business administration, management, or operations. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under STEM-adjacent or business degree fields, and many mid-size to large employers have existing H-1B visa sponsorship infrastructure that can support a transition from OPT.
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Viceroy Hotels & Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination. Viceroy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C., St. Lucia, and Portugal’s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026.
LOCATION:
Viceroy Chicago, IL
Overview:
The Assistant Front Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the operation of the Front Office in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with quality service prior to and throughout their stay, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.
Responsibilities:
- Works closely with Sales and Reservations in order to fulfill all special requests for groups, VIP’s, etc.
- Assist daily in the guest reception.
- Responds daily to all social media feedback, follow up with guests as well as internally.
- Communicates effectively and genuinely with guests, team members and other departments.
- Assists and often leads guest service training initiatives within the front office department.
- Maintains a friendly and caring demeanor at all times in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintains a professional image at all times that falls within the hotel and company guidelines for appearance and dress.
- Demonstrates teamwork by cooperating and assisting colleagues as needed.
- Provides all Front Desk Assistant job duties like registering guests into the hotel in a prompt and courteous manner, using up-selling techniques to maximize room rates; preparing for group check-ins and check-outs, and VIP arrivals.
- Maintains and updates all guest profiles.
- Reviews all daily and future reservations in order to accommodate special requests, makes amenity cards, works closely with IRD and PH to communicate all F&B requests.
- Works with all new hires for FD training.
- Interviews, hires and trains guest services agents.
- Becomes informed of events/functions in the hotel during shifts.
- Maintains a house bank and keeps an accurate report of daily receipts and deposits.
- Is able to work with and understand basic financial data and information.
- Is able to find guest-centric solutions.
- Promotes hotel services, facilities and outlets, provides the guest with information such as local attractions and directions, using the James Report to increase guest satisfaction.
- Is able to take or assist with reservations.
- Is able to assist at PBX.
- Resolves guest complaints to the satisfaction of the customer by being guest-centric, friendly and caring. Communicates to Management any problems, complaints or unhappy guests.
- Is intuitive to guest needs, anticipates needs in job performance, being proactive instead of reactive.
- Responds quickly to all guest requests in a caring, friendly and professional manner, consistently following up to ensure guest satisfaction that meets and exceeds our service standards.
- Maintains a good relationship with repeat guests and their special requests.
- Is able to supervise a shift when needed.
- Works closely with Sales and their VIP Clients.
- Stays current with developments in the hotel by reviewing the communication log book each shift; updates log book for next shifts as well as communicates effectively the policies and procedures to other team members of the hotel.
- Has knowledge of and assists in all emergency procedures as required.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and training classes.
- Has knowledge of the names, titles and positions of key people within the hotel.
- Has knowledge of the hotel’s surrounding area, such as pharmacies, theaters, public transportation, retail, and restaurants, etc.
- Completes all checklists as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience required.
- Supervisory experience required. Labor experience and OPERA experience preferred.
- Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
- Long hours sometimes required. Two overnight shifts with this position.
- Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand during entire shift.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels 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, which include 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.
INTRODUCTION
Viceroy Hotels & Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination. Viceroy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C., St. Lucia, and Portugal’s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026.
LOCATION:
Viceroy Chicago, IL
Overview:
The Assistant Front Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the operation of the Front Office in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with quality service prior to and throughout their stay, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.
Responsibilities:
- Works closely with Sales and Reservations in order to fulfill all special requests for groups, VIP’s, etc.
- Assist daily in the guest reception.
- Responds daily to all social media feedback, follow up with guests as well as internally.
- Communicates effectively and genuinely with guests, team members and other departments.
- Assists and often leads guest service training initiatives within the front office department.
- Maintains a friendly and caring demeanor at all times in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintains a professional image at all times that falls within the hotel and company guidelines for appearance and dress.
- Demonstrates teamwork by cooperating and assisting colleagues as needed.
- Provides all Front Desk Assistant job duties like registering guests into the hotel in a prompt and courteous manner, using up-selling techniques to maximize room rates; preparing for group check-ins and check-outs, and VIP arrivals.
- Maintains and updates all guest profiles.
- Reviews all daily and future reservations in order to accommodate special requests, makes amenity cards, works closely with IRD and PH to communicate all F&B requests.
- Works with all new hires for FD training.
- Interviews, hires and trains guest services agents.
- Becomes informed of events/functions in the hotel during shifts.
- Maintains a house bank and keeps an accurate report of daily receipts and deposits.
- Is able to work with and understand basic financial data and information.
- Is able to find guest-centric solutions.
- Promotes hotel services, facilities and outlets, provides the guest with information such as local attractions and directions, using the James Report to increase guest satisfaction.
- Is able to take or assist with reservations.
- Is able to assist at PBX.
- Resolves guest complaints to the satisfaction of the customer by being guest-centric, friendly and caring. Communicates to Management any problems, complaints or unhappy guests.
- Is intuitive to guest needs, anticipates needs in job performance, being proactive instead of reactive.
- Responds quickly to all guest requests in a caring, friendly and professional manner, consistently following up to ensure guest satisfaction that meets and exceeds our service standards.
- Maintains a good relationship with repeat guests and their special requests.
- Is able to supervise a shift when needed.
- Works closely with Sales and their VIP Clients.
- Stays current with developments in the hotel by reviewing the communication log book each shift; updates log book for next shifts as well as communicates effectively the policies and procedures to other team members of the hotel.
- Has knowledge of and assists in all emergency procedures as required.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and training classes.
- Has knowledge of the names, titles and positions of key people within the hotel.
- Has knowledge of the hotel’s surrounding area, such as pharmacies, theaters, public transportation, retail, and restaurants, etc.
- Completes all checklists as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience required.
- Supervisory experience required. Labor experience and OPERA experience preferred.
- Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
- Long hours sometimes required. Two overnight shifts with this position.
- Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand during entire shift.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels 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, which include 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Office Manager
Target employers with existing H-1B history
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before are far more likely to extend sponsorship after your OPT period. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for administrative and operations roles.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Office Manager roles require demonstrating that a specific bachelor's degree is a standard entry requirement. Highlight coursework in business administration, organizational management, or operations to strengthen your specialty occupation argument with potential sponsors.
Apply to mid-size and enterprise companies first
Smaller businesses often lack the legal infrastructure to sponsor visas. Companies with 200-plus employees typically have HR teams and immigration counsel already in place, making sponsorship conversations far more practical and less burdensome for them.
Start the H-1B conversation early in the interview process
Don't wait until you have an offer to raise sponsorship. Mentioning your OPT timeline during early interviews filters out unwilling employers quickly and gives cooperative employers time to engage their immigration attorneys before your OPT expires.
Document your operational impact quantitatively
Employers weighing visa costs need a clear return-on-investment case. Prepare specific examples showing efficiency gains, cost reductions, or headcount supported. Concrete numbers make the sponsorship decision significantly easier to justify internally.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly Office Manager roles
Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't support your visa. Browse Office Manager listings to find companies already open to working with international candidates on work authorization.
Office Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Office Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the position is defined and what degree the employer requires. If the job description mandates a bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field, it can qualify as a specialty occupation. Generalist roles that accept any degree regardless of field are harder to support. The more specialized the job duties, the stronger the case.
How much time do I have on OPT to find an Office Manager job?
Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization after graduation. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as business analytics or management information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months total. That additional window gives you time to secure H-1B sponsorship through an annual lottery cycle.
Can I work as an Office Manager at a small business on OPT?
Yes, OPT itself doesn't restrict employer size. The challenge arises later: small businesses rarely have the legal resources or budget to sponsor an H-1B or other long-term visa. If your goal is to stay in the U.S. after OPT ends, prioritize employers large enough to have existing immigration support in place.
Where can I find Office Manager jobs open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and OPT workers. It surfaces Office Manager roles at employers with verified sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never supported a work visa. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time during a period when your OPT clock is already running.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm laid off from an Office Manager job?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new authorized position, change to another visa status, or depart the United States. You can use this window to apply to new Office Manager roles on OPT without losing status, but you cannot work during the grace period itself. Acting quickly is important since 60 days passes fast.