Hospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts hospitality employers file among the highest H-2B visa petitions in New England, with Cape Cod resorts, Nantucket hotels, and Boston's seasonal venues regularly sponsoring workers for summer and winter seasons. Companies like the Cape Cod Sea Camps, Chatham Bars Inn, and Nantucket Island Resorts have established H-2B hiring pipelines for housekeeping, food service, and grounds roles.
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Hilton Boston Park Plaza is looking to welcome a Banquet Manager to help lead their team! This property is conveniently located downtown steps away from the Public Garden, Theater District, and many of the city's most popular historic sites. Boasting 1,060 rooms, 4 outlets, and 70,000+ square feet of meeting space.
This position will report to the Director of Banquets and will oversee a union banquet team (20+ team members).
The ideal candidate holds 3+ years experience in Banquets and Banquet Set-up in a hotel with 500+ rooms and 50,000+ square feet of meeting/event space. Current manager or supervisor looking for their next step. Prior experience managing a union team is preferred. Ability to work the required shifts.
Shift Pattern: Full availability (AM/PM/Overnight) Weekdays, weekends, holidays as needed. Between the hours of 4:00AM and 1:00AM.
Salary Range: $73,000-$77,000 yearly
The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
- Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
What will I be doing?
A Banquet Manager is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
- Directs and provides oversight to the Meetings and Convention Services Managers /Facilities Managers who are responsible for the daily inspection of meetings/banquets set up for ensuring that they are properly set and on schedule.
- Manage and lead banquet/facilities Houseperson.
- Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
- Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
- Oversee the set up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
- Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
- Recruit, interview and train team members
- Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
Banquet Operations Manager - Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Hilton Boston Park Plaza is looking to welcome a Banquet Manager to help lead their team! This property is conveniently located downtown steps away from the Public Garden, Theater District, and many of the city's most popular historic sites. Boasting 1,060 rooms, 4 outlets, and 70,000+ square feet of meeting space.
This position will report to the Director of Banquets and will oversee a union banquet team (20+ team members).
The ideal candidate holds 3+ years experience in Banquets and Banquet Set-up in a hotel with 500+ rooms and 50,000+ square feet of meeting/event space. Current manager or supervisor looking for their next step. Prior experience managing a union team is preferred. Ability to work the required shifts.
Shift Pattern: Full availability (AM/PM/Overnight) Weekdays, weekends, holidays as needed. Between the hours of 4:00AM and 1:00AM.
Salary Range: $73,000-$77,000 yearly
The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
- Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
What will I be doing?
A Banquet Manager is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
- Directs and provides oversight to the Meetings and Convention Services Managers /Facilities Managers who are responsible for the daily inspection of meetings/banquets set up for ensuring that they are properly set and on schedule.
- Manage and lead banquet/facilities Houseperson.
- Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
- Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
- Oversee the set up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
- Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
- Recruit, interview and train team members
- Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
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Search Hospitality Jobs in MassachusettsHospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
Which hospitality companies sponsor H-2B visas in Massachusetts?
Seasonal resort operators on Cape Cod and the Islands are the most consistent H-2B visa sponsors in Massachusetts. Employers like Chatham Bars Inn, Ocean Edge Resort, and various Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard properties file H-2B petitions regularly for summer seasons. Larger Boston-area hotel groups occasionally sponsor H-2B workers for food and beverage roles during peak conference and tourism periods.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Cape Cod towns including Chatham, Brewster, and Dennis lead H-2B hospitality hiring in Massachusetts, followed closely by Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. These areas have sharply seasonal workforces and limited local labor supply, which is precisely the condition H-2B requires employers to demonstrate. Boston and the North Shore see lower H-2B volume but do have hotel and resort sponsors.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in Massachusetts?
The most common qualifying roles are housekeeping attendants, front desk agents, food and beverage servers, kitchen staff, grounds and landscaping crew, and resort activity staff. These are classified as temporary nonagricultural positions. The employer must show the need is tied to a seasonal peak, a one-time event, or an intermittent demand, and that qualified U.S. workers are not available to fill the positions.
How do I find hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate lists verified H-2B hospitality jobs in Massachusetts, including seasonal resort and hotel roles on Cape Cod, Nantucket, and in the Boston area. You can filter directly by visa type and state to see current openings from employers who have documented H-2B sponsorship history. Searching through Migrate Mate saves time compared to contacting resorts individually, since sponsorship eligibility is already confirmed for listed roles.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for H-2B hospitality sponsorship?
Massachusetts's coastal resort economy creates strong seasonal demand, but H-2B cap limits at the federal level affect how many workers any employer can bring in a given fiscal year. Cape Cod and Islands employers often file petitions months in advance to secure cap numbers before they run out. Workers should also be aware that Massachusetts has strong state wage and hour protections that apply regardless of visa status.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B hospitality jobs in Massachusetts?
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.