Hospitality Jobs in California with H-1B Sponsorship
H-1B visa sponsorship hospitality jobs in California are concentrated in major hotel and resort markets including Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Napa Valley. Large hotel groups like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt have California properties that have historically filed H-1B petitions for specialized roles in food and beverage management, revenue management, and hotel operations leadership.
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Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A sky-high urban retreat reimagined with panoramic bay view. Introducing our second Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco, rising above downtown at 345 California Center. Enjoy unparalleled views from the top 11 floors of this 48-storey landmark providing breathtaking panoramas of the city and the bay. Discover this new Four Seasons experience – steps from Union Square, the Ferry Building and Fisherman’s Wharf, home to Pier 39.
Join Our Team
The Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero seeks a Full-Time Host/ess to join our talented team! Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of the world's leading luxury hotel company!
We invite you to join Four Seasons San Francisco at Embarcadero. Our work environment pairs a strong commitment to excellent service and authentic experiences with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. We are looking for individuals with not only the right skills but also the right attitude for the role!
Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
- Seat guests promptly at a table pre-set for the number in the party and according to guest preference and service sequence and standards.
- Set up host/hostess stand, review guest reservation book, and make recommendations as to the set-up of the room, maintain a station chart and cover count for the restaurant while recognizing the maximum workload capacity of each server in order to meet Four Seasons Service standards.
- Use the available software to manage the restaurant capacity and guest profiles while communicating these to the Restaurant and Management Team.
- Answer telephones and emails according to Four Seasons standards and take guest reservations or provide information regarding the restaurant or any other hotel service.
- Anticipate the needs of guests, respond accordingly to guest inquiries or problems, and recognize regular guests by name and utilize the guest’s name consistently.
- Inspect and maintain daily menus to ensure quality, condition and appearance while developing a complete working knowledge of all menu items and daily specials.
- Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
- Complete special projects (menu changes, signage, etc.) as instructed.
- Ensure proper table set-up and make minor adjustments as needed.
- Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management.
- Assists with responsibilities and duties in the absence of or due to heavy volume in areas of Food & Beverage when needed.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- High School education or equivalent experience.
- Six to twelve months of restaurant, food and beverage, or equivalent experience is required.
- Must of Food Handlers Permit and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Permit.
- Knowledge of San Francisco and surrounding areas, highly desirable, however not required.
- Must be able to work Monday - Friday.
- Ability to carry and balance a tray. Ability to accurately process cash and credit card transactions.
- Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment.
- Strong computer skills.
- Strong problem solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations and guests.
- Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
Working at Four Seasons:
Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of – an opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done. In line with our plans for future growth, we are committed to staff levels that are in keeping with our extraordinary staff-to-guest ratios. We believe that attitude counts as much as skill. As a result, Four Seasons hires motivated people who we train to perform superbly, while we create an environment where they can flourish. Ultimately, our culture breeds success, and rewards it in many different ways.
Four Seasons offers an award winning work environment and an excellent benefits package which includes:
- Hourly Rate: $34.91
- Generous medical, dental & vision insurance plans
- 401k Retirement plan
- 8 weeks of New Parental Leave Pay
- Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary Employee Meals
- Paid holidays, vacation & sick days
We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A sky-high urban retreat reimagined with panoramic bay view. Introducing our second Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco, rising above downtown at 345 California Center. Enjoy unparalleled views from the top 11 floors of this 48-storey landmark providing breathtaking panoramas of the city and the bay. Discover this new Four Seasons experience – steps from Union Square, the Ferry Building and Fisherman’s Wharf, home to Pier 39.
Join Our Team
The Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero seeks a Full-Time Host/ess to join our talented team! Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of the world's leading luxury hotel company!
We invite you to join Four Seasons San Francisco at Embarcadero. Our work environment pairs a strong commitment to excellent service and authentic experiences with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. We are looking for individuals with not only the right skills but also the right attitude for the role!
Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
- Seat guests promptly at a table pre-set for the number in the party and according to guest preference and service sequence and standards.
- Set up host/hostess stand, review guest reservation book, and make recommendations as to the set-up of the room, maintain a station chart and cover count for the restaurant while recognizing the maximum workload capacity of each server in order to meet Four Seasons Service standards.
- Use the available software to manage the restaurant capacity and guest profiles while communicating these to the Restaurant and Management Team.
- Answer telephones and emails according to Four Seasons standards and take guest reservations or provide information regarding the restaurant or any other hotel service.
- Anticipate the needs of guests, respond accordingly to guest inquiries or problems, and recognize regular guests by name and utilize the guest’s name consistently.
- Inspect and maintain daily menus to ensure quality, condition and appearance while developing a complete working knowledge of all menu items and daily specials.
- Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
- Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
- Complete special projects (menu changes, signage, etc.) as instructed.
- Ensure proper table set-up and make minor adjustments as needed.
- Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management.
- Assists with responsibilities and duties in the absence of or due to heavy volume in areas of Food & Beverage when needed.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- High School education or equivalent experience.
- Six to twelve months of restaurant, food and beverage, or equivalent experience is required.
- Must of Food Handlers Permit and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Permit.
- Knowledge of San Francisco and surrounding areas, highly desirable, however not required.
- Must be able to work Monday - Friday.
- Ability to carry and balance a tray. Ability to accurately process cash and credit card transactions.
- Ability to multi-task in a high volume and demanding environment.
- Strong computer skills.
- Strong problem solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations and guests.
- Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
Working at Four Seasons:
Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of – an opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done. In line with our plans for future growth, we are committed to staff levels that are in keeping with our extraordinary staff-to-guest ratios. We believe that attitude counts as much as skill. As a result, Four Seasons hires motivated people who we train to perform superbly, while we create an environment where they can flourish. Ultimately, our culture breeds success, and rewards it in many different ways.
Four Seasons offers an award winning work environment and an excellent benefits package which includes:
- Hourly Rate: $34.91
- Generous medical, dental & vision insurance plans
- 401k Retirement plan
- 8 weeks of New Parental Leave Pay
- Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary Employee Meals
- Paid holidays, vacation & sick days
We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
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Which hospitality companies sponsor H-1B visas in California?
Large hotel management companies and resort operators account for most H-1B filings in California's hospitality sector. Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Hotels, and Four Seasons have California properties that have filed H-1B petitions for specialized management and culinary roles. Independent luxury resorts and casino resort operators in the state have also appeared in Department of Labor disclosure data as H-1B sponsors.
Which cities in California have the most hospitality H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area generate the highest concentration of hospitality H-1B filings in California, driven by its large hotel market and major convention business. San Francisco follows closely given its premium hotel density and corporate travel demand. San Diego, Anaheim (near Disneyland), and Napa Valley wine country destinations also produce hospitality H-1B sponsorship activity, particularly for management and specialized culinary positions.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in hospitality is limited to specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the role. In practice, this covers positions such as revenue manager, food and beverage director, executive chef with a culinary arts degree, hotel general manager, event operations manager, and corporate hospitality finance roles. Front-of-house service positions and roles that do not require a specialized degree are generally not eligible for H-1B classification.
How do I find hospitality H-1B sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles and lets you filter by visa type, industry, and state. For hospitality H-1B jobs in California specifically, you can browse verified sponsoring employers and open positions without sifting through listings from companies that do not sponsor. Migrate Mate focuses exclusively on employers with a documented history of H-1B filings, which saves significant time in the hospitality job search.
Are there any California-specific considerations for hospitality H-1B sponsorship?
California's strong labor protections and its status as a high-cost state influence how employers structure H-1B positions. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage requirement means H-1B workers must be paid at least the prevailing wage for the role and location, and California's metropolitan areas carry some of the highest prevailing wage determinations in the country. Employers must also comply with California state wage and hour laws on top of federal H-1B requirements, which can affect how positions are classified and posted.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B hospitality jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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