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Airline roles in operations, logistics, and safety management qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no annual cap. Mexican citizens need consular processing and fall under a separate allocation.
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Sodexo Live! Airline Lounges is seeking to add a dynamic District Manager of Airport Lounge Operations for our United Airlines client, to be based in the Southeast. Combine your proven leadership and Hospitality Management technical expertise to enhance existing (or new) client programs. This position will be remote based, with travel to the lounges estimated at up to 70%.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position works closely with our client while managing the daily operations of food production, and service in 5-10 United Airlines lounges inside the airports. This candidate will have a strong financial background, and previous experience in multi unit role in corporate services and/or restaurants.
What You'll Do:
The successful candidate will:
- Monitor operations by planned and unplanned visits to each operating account of the system to plan projects, implement new processes, client interactions, and new technology to ensure sufficient resources.
- Develop business plan and budget w/each account GM that supports the System and District goals – Reviews and analyzes financial statements and data and other financial information to ensure attainment of financial goals for both the client and Sodexo.
- Central Point of Contact for Client Liaison promoting a solid business partnership - assists in contract negotiations for the system.
- Maintains Quality & Company Standards – reviews and maintains reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Sodexo / System Client(s) policies and procedures.
- Responsible for system succession planning/employee development/diversity initiatives/training/constructive counseling. Promotes and supports workplace diversity initiatives.
- Provides strategic leadership to the respective units within the system to maintain client satisfaction and retention.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:
- have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
- 2-3 years of multi unit leadership experience in a recognized restaurant or hospitality organization
- are open to a flexible schedule
- will have oversight and continued innovation of catering and food service offerings
- prior fiscal accountability including budget forecasting
- proven ability to control food and labor cost within the department
- strong leadership and administrative skills (including the ability to successfully hire and train an exceptional staff)
- ability to successfully foster strong client and customer relationships
- have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
- can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Sodexo Live! Airline Lounges is seeking to add a dynamic District Manager of Airport Lounge Operations for our United Airlines client, to be based in the Southeast. Combine your proven leadership and Hospitality Management technical expertise to enhance existing (or new) client programs. This position will be remote based, with travel to the lounges estimated at up to 70%.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position works closely with our client while managing the daily operations of food production, and service in 5-10 United Airlines lounges inside the airports. This candidate will have a strong financial background, and previous experience in multi unit role in corporate services and/or restaurants.
What You'll Do:
The successful candidate will:
- Monitor operations by planned and unplanned visits to each operating account of the system to plan projects, implement new processes, client interactions, and new technology to ensure sufficient resources.
- Develop business plan and budget w/each account GM that supports the System and District goals – Reviews and analyzes financial statements and data and other financial information to ensure attainment of financial goals for both the client and Sodexo.
- Central Point of Contact for Client Liaison promoting a solid business partnership - assists in contract negotiations for the system.
- Maintains Quality & Company Standards – reviews and maintains reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Sodexo / System Client(s) policies and procedures.
- Responsible for system succession planning/employee development/diversity initiatives/training/constructive counseling. Promotes and supports workplace diversity initiatives.
- Provides strategic leadership to the respective units within the system to maintain client satisfaction and retention.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:
- have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
- 2-3 years of multi unit leadership experience in a recognized restaurant or hospitality organization
- are open to a flexible schedule
- will have oversight and continued innovation of catering and food service offerings
- prior fiscal accountability including budget forecasting
- proven ability to control food and labor cost within the department
- strong leadership and administrative skills (including the ability to successfully hire and train an exceptional staff)
- ability to successfully foster strong client and customer relationships
- have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
- can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Airline
Align your credentials to USMCA categories
TN status for airline roles typically falls under management consultant, engineer, or scientific technician categories. Map your job offer to one of these explicitly before applying, since misclassification at the port of entry causes immediate denial.
Target airlines with active cross-border operations
Carriers operating U.S.-Canada or U.S.-Mexico routes hire TN-eligible professionals regularly and have immigration counsel on retainer. Focus your search on airlines with hub cities near the border, where TN familiarity among HR teams runs higher.
Request a support letter covering regulatory overlap
Your employer's TN support letter must explain how your specific airline role meets specialty occupation standards. Ask them to address Transport Canada or AFAC credentials if you hold them, since U.S. CBP officers aren't always fluent in foreign aviation licensing equivalencies.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by TN history
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate lets you filter airline and aviation employers by visa sponsorship history, so you reach hiring managers who already understand the process.
Prepare for USMCA profession verification at the border
Canadian citizens applying at a U.S. port of entry need original degree transcripts, professional licenses, and the signed employer letter available physically, not just on a phone. CBP officers can and do review documents on the spot before granting TN status.
Understand Mexican TN consular processing timelines
Mexican nationals must schedule a consular interview rather than presenting at the border. DS-160 completion, visa fee payment, and appointment availability at U.S. consulates in Mexico can add four to eight weeks to your start date, so negotiate your offer accordingly.
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Find Airline JobsAirline TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do airline jobs qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, several airline roles qualify under USMCA TN categories including management consultant, industrial engineer, computer systems analyst, and scientific technician, depending on your specific duties and degree. The job title alone doesn't determine eligibility. What matters is that your role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field and matches a USMCA-listed profession.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for airline professionals?
TN visa is faster and avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. Canadian citizens can get TN status the same day at a U.S. port of entry. H-1B requires employer filing months in advance, a cap-subject lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, and USCIS adjudication that can take months. For airline professionals who qualify under USMCA, TN is substantially more predictable and doesn't require waiting for a lottery slot.
Where can I find airline employers who sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by occupation and visa type to surface airline and aviation employers with recent visa filings and sponsorship experience. Generic job boards don't let you filter by visa sponsorship, which means you spend time on employers who won't or can't support work visa applications.
Can Mexican nationals get TN sponsorship for airline jobs?
Yes, Mexican citizens are eligible for TN status under USMCA for qualifying airline roles, but the process differs from Canadian nationals. Mexicans must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry, which requires scheduling a visa interview and completing a DS-160 application. Processing can take several weeks depending on consulate availability, so plan your timeline accordingly when negotiating a start date.
What documents does an airline employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that describes the position, your specific duties, the USMCA profession category your role falls under, your required credentials, and the duration and terms of employment. For airline roles, the letter should also address any industry-specific licensing or regulatory requirements that reinforce the specialty nature of your position. This letter is the foundation of your TN application, not a formality.
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