H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Maine's H-2B visa sponsorship is concentrated in seasonal tourism, hospitality, and seafood processing, with demand peaking at coastal resorts, ski areas, and fishing operations from Bar Harbor to Bethel. Employers in these industries sponsor hundreds of H-2B workers annually to fill temporary roles that local labor markets can't meet.
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INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a highly motivated F&B Director at Bethel Resort and Suites. This position is located in Bethel, ME. This position is responsible for managing restaurant, bar, banquet, and catering operations while ensuring excellent guest service, high-quality food and beverage offerings, and strong financial performance. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and work closely with the General Manager and other department leaders to achieve operational and financial goals.
Work Performed
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, proven experience in food and beverage operations, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, overseeing restaurant, bar, banquet, and catering operations while maintaining high standards of service, food quality, and guest satisfaction. This position is responsible for managing daily operations, leading and developing team members, controlling costs, maximizing revenue, and ensuring strong financial performance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Oversee all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, banquet facilities, catering services, and special events.
- Oversee banquet and catering operations, including weddings, meetings, conferences, private events, and other group functions.
- Coordinate with culinary, banquet, restaurant, and bar teams to ensure seamless service across all food and beverage outlets.
- Establish and maintain service standards, operating procedures, and quality expectations throughout the department.
- Lead, train, supervise, and develop food and beverage managers, supervisors, and team members.
- Ensure that all food and beverage standards and policies are adhered to, including quality control, sanitation, and safety regulations.
- Supervise and manage staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
- Assist in menu development, pricing, and cost control.
- Coordinate with other departments, such as the kitchen, housekeeping, and front office, to ensure smooth operations.
- Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
- Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and promotional strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of food and beverage costs, revenue, and inventory.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial reports.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a high-volume resort or hotel.
- Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing multiple food and beverage operations, including restaurants and banquets.
- Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, banquet service, catering, bar operations, and event management.
- Serve Safe Manager Certified.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of food and beverage industry trends and best practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- A passion for providing exceptional customer service.
- This person reports to the General Manager and Regional F&B Director.
- Hours required: Full Time 45-48 Hour Shift: Morning (AM); Afternoon (PM); Evening; Must be flexible; Weekends/Holidays.
COMPENSATION
$70,000.00 Annually
BENEFITS
- Earned paid time off
- Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
- Optional life insurance
- Short term/Long term disability
- Optional 401k with employer match
- Employee discounts at participating hotels
- Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
- Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
- Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
- Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies
HOW TO APPLY
Apply HERE. Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.
ABOUT THE BETHEL RESORT AND SUITES
The Bethel Resort and Suites is a classic New England hotel located in downtown Bethel, ME off the Bethel Commons. In addition to the hotel, the team runs events, a golf course, onsite pool, tennis courts, a cross-country ski outfit, and onsite Hotel.
ABOUT GIRI HOTELS
Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.
We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.
You are right for the team if you are:
- Happy – nice to be around and friendly
- Humble – willing to learn
- Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive
Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.
Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Tips for Finding H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Target Maine's peak tourist season employers early
Coastal resorts, campgrounds, and hospitality businesses in areas like Bar Harbor and Kennebunkport file H-2B petitions months before summer season. Applying in fall or early winter gives you the best chance of being included in an employer's petition.
Focus on seafood processing operations along the coast
Maine's lobster and fish processing industry is one of the state's most consistent H-2B sponsors. Companies in Rockland, Jonesport, and similar coastal towns regularly petition for temporary workers during peak harvest periods from spring through autumn.
Look for ski resort employers ahead of winter season
Western Maine ski destinations like Sunday River and Sugarloaf sponsor H-2B workers for mountain operations, lodging, and food service. These employers typically begin the sponsorship process in summer for positions starting November or December.
Use Migrate Mate to identify verified H-2B sponsors in Maine
Migrate Mate's job board filters by visa type and state, making it straightforward to browse H-2B-specific listings in Maine rather than sorting through postings that don't offer sponsorship. It's a practical starting point for narrowing your search.
Check DOL disclosure data for repeat H-2B filers
The Department of Labor publishes H-2B disclosure data showing which Maine employers have filed Labor Condition Applications in previous years. Employers who file repeatedly are far more likely to sponsor again, making them higher-value targets for your outreach.
Contact employers directly before positions are posted publicly
Many Maine H-2B sponsors fill roles through returning workers or direct referrals before listings go live. Reaching out to housekeeping, landscaping, or food service managers at specific properties in late fall often surfaces opportunities that never appear on job boards.
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Which industries in Maine sponsor the most H-2B visas?
Hospitality and tourism lead H-2B visa sponsorship in Maine, covering hotels, resorts, and campgrounds concentrated along the coast and in ski regions. Seafood processing is the other major category, with lobster and fish operations sponsoring workers for seasonal harvest work. Landscaping and amusement parks also appear regularly in Maine's H-2B filings.
Which cities in Maine have the most H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Bar Harbor generates significant H-2B activity due to its concentration of seasonal resort and hospitality employers near Acadia National Park. Kennebunkport, Rockland, and Bethel also see consistent sponsorship volume. In western Maine, the Sunday River and Sugarloaf ski corridors attract H-2B filings for winter season roles each year.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in Maine?
H-2B roles in Maine are typically non-agricultural temporary positions that are seasonal or peak-load in nature. Common qualifying roles include housekeeping staff, food and beverage workers, seafood processing laborers, landscaping crew members, ski lift operators, and campground attendants. The roles must be temporary and the employer must demonstrate insufficient local worker availability.
How do I find H-2B sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate's job board lets you filter specifically for H-2B visa sponsorship roles in Maine, which cuts through listings that don't offer sponsorship. Alongside that, reviewing Department of Labor H-2B disclosure records identifies which Maine employers have sponsored workers before. Reaching out directly to coastal resorts, ski areas, and seafood processors in fall often surfaces openings before they're widely advertised.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B jobs in Maine?
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.