Hotel Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
Hotel visa sponsorship jobs in California draw strong demand from major operators like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt across markets in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. The state's year-round tourism economy and concentration of luxury and convention properties create consistent hiring for front office, food and beverage, and hospitality management roles that qualify for sponsorship.
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Job Description
Support and assist Hotel Food and Beverage Manager in daily operation, providing direct support to the Front of House leadership team and all other responsibilities, standing in for them whenever necessary. This position is responsible for upholding the highest standards of customer service, ensuring the best possible experience for guests, with a special emphasis on making every child a hero at LEGOLAND California Resort.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $23.50 to $24.33. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
Customer Engagement:
- Lead by example, putting the customer first and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Frequently address guest concerns with empathy and clear communication.
- Step in to assist staff with any restaurant duties, including cooking, serving, bussing, hosting, bartending, dishwashing, cleaning, or any other necessary tasks.
- Build strong relationships with your workforce, being approachable and supportive.
- Effectively delegate various management responsibilities to restaurant leads.
- Assist with allergen and food preference requests from customers as needed.
- Understand and strive to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) goals.
HR Responsibilities:
- Utilize scheduling software to ensure restaurants are adequately staffed at all times.
- Serve disciplinary action to employees for attendance or policy violations according to Aramark company policy.
- Conduct interviews for new hires and internal position applicants.
- Handle employee relations issues promptly and effectively.
Safety:
- Ensure equipment is functioning properly and restaurants meet safety and health standards to pass audits.
- Ensure all team leaders and employees are trained and execute proper health and safety requirements at all times, adhering to Aramark and client companies, San Diego County, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Finance:
- Minimize food waste through effective management practices.
- Assists in weekly monitoring of financial reporting and timekeeping.
- Monitors labor hours on a shift to shift basis and ensures that payroll reports are accurate.
- Understand how forecast will affect business and respond accordingly.
- Manage and count inventory for restaurant locations.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist and manage various catering events.
- Create daily operational reports for management.
- Perform any additional tasks or cross training requested by management and administration.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of progressive experience in food service leadership and a proven track record of success in Food and Beverage operations with full-service experience and additional bar experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and supervisory skills, with the ability to effectively manage staff and foster a positive work environment.
- Sufficient education to read, write, and use computer systems.
- Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure.
- Available to work holidays and weekends as well as shorter or longer hours due to business volume.
- Able to pass a Food Handler certification exam.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and stooping.
- Expect constant walking and standing during shifts.
- Occasional crawling and climbing.
- Frequently lift and carry items weighing 20 to 40 pounds, including lifting trays over the shoulder.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
- The role will require wearing uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ability to work inside kitchen area, interacting with heated equipment, various foods, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions.
- Exposure to extreme temperature changes.
Remember that adaptability and a positive demeanor are essential in this dynamic environment. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
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About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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Search Hotel Jobs in CaliforniaHotel Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for hotel jobs in California?
Large hotel brands and management companies account for most sponsorship activity in California. Marriott International, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Hyatt, IHG, and Four Seasons have properties across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego that have historically filed H-1B visa and other work visa petitions. Independent luxury properties and resort operators occasionally sponsor as well, though large chains file more consistently due to established HR infrastructure.
What visa types are most common for hotel roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa for hotel roles that require a relevant bachelor's degree, such as revenue management, finance, marketing, and general management positions. Front-line service roles typically do not meet specialty occupation requirements. The L-1 visa applies to managers and executives transferring from an affiliated overseas property. The O-1 visa is occasionally used for individuals with recognized expertise in hospitality leadership.
How to find hotel visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters hotel visa sponsorship jobs in California so you can see which employers are actively hiring and have a sponsorship history. Searching by role and state on Migrate Mate surfaces positions at properties in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and other California markets, saving significant time compared to manually screening general job postings.
Which cities in California have the most hotel visa sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and San Francisco generate the highest volume of hotel sponsorship activity, driven by major convention centers, luxury hotel clusters, and international tourism. San Diego is a strong secondary market with a large resort and meetings sector. Napa Valley and Palm Springs see sponsorship activity tied to high-end resorts, though at lower volume. Roles in larger markets tend to sit within corporate-affiliated properties with more developed sponsorship processes.
Are there any California-specific considerations for hotel visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage requirements under H-1B rules are set at levels reflecting the state's higher cost of living, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles metro. Employers must certify that the offered wage meets the applicable prevailing wage for the specific role and location. California's strong hospitality union presence in some markets can also influence how roles are structured and whether they qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored hotel 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.