Hospitality Jobs in Minnesota with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
F-1 OPT hospitality jobs in Minnesota span a state with a surprisingly active hospitality industry, anchored by the Mall of America complex in Bloomington, Minneapolis's downtown hotel corridor, and a growing convention market. Employers like Hyatt, Marriott, and Delaware North have hired OPT candidates across hotel operations, food and beverage, and event management roles.
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The Hilton Minneapolis is located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, directly connected by covered skyways to the Minneapolis Convention Center and the Minnesota Orchestra. Our award-winning meetings hotel features offices, registration counters, three ballrooms, and outdoor space. The Ten 01 Social is great for casual all-day dining and patio seating. Our gourmet market serves grab-and-go snacks, made-to-order pizzas, and Starbucks coffee. Be part of an amazing hospitality team delivering best-in-class guest experiences.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Barista, you would be responsible for greeting and serving guests' beverages and/or food in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Greet guests and respond to guest requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner
- Brew, sell, promote, and prepare beverages according to established recipes and standards
- Take guest beverage orders and accurately input orders in the appropriate point-of-sale system
- Maintain the cleanliness of the work area/outlet
- Take guests to go/delivery orders and accurately input orders in the appropriate point-of-sale system
- Accurately total, process, and collect payments from guests, including, but not limited to, using the point-of-sale system, processing credit and debit cards
- Requisition, stock, and rotate products
- Secure and store all beverages, food, and other equipment items
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Full-time availability with flexibility to work mornings and evenings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical well-being 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 the 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 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 committed to upholding its tradition of delivering 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!
COMPENSATION
- Rate: $17.43 + tip eligible
LOCATION
Location: Hilton Minneapolis
INTRODUCTION
The Hilton Minneapolis is located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, directly connected by covered skyways to the Minneapolis Convention Center and the Minnesota Orchestra. Our award-winning meetings hotel features offices, registration counters, three ballrooms, and outdoor space. The Ten 01 Social is great for casual all-day dining and patio seating. Our gourmet market serves grab-and-go snacks, made-to-order pizzas, and Starbucks coffee. Be part of an amazing hospitality team delivering best-in-class guest experiences.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Barista, you would be responsible for greeting and serving guests' beverages and/or food in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Greet guests and respond to guest requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner
- Brew, sell, promote, and prepare beverages according to established recipes and standards
- Take guest beverage orders and accurately input orders in the appropriate point-of-sale system
- Maintain the cleanliness of the work area/outlet
- Take guests to go/delivery orders and accurately input orders in the appropriate point-of-sale system
- Accurately total, process, and collect payments from guests, including, but not limited to, using the point-of-sale system, processing credit and debit cards
- Requisition, stock, and rotate products
- Secure and store all beverages, food, and other equipment items
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Full-time availability with flexibility to work mornings and evenings
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical well-being 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 the 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 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 committed to upholding its tradition of delivering 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!
COMPENSATION
- Rate: $17.43 + tip eligible
LOCATION
Location: Hilton Minneapolis
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Which hospitality companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Minnesota?
Large hotel groups and hospitality management companies account for most F-1 OPT sponsorship activity in Minnesota. Marriott-flagged properties, Hyatt hotels, and managed venues connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center have historically hired OPT candidates. Delaware North, which operates food and beverage at Target Center and other Minnesota venues, is another employer worth targeting. National chains with a Minnesota footprint are generally more familiar with OPT authorization paperwork than independent local operators.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most hospitality F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Minneapolis and its immediate suburbs, particularly Bloomington near the Mall of America, concentrate the majority of hospitality F-1 OPT opportunities in Minnesota. Saint Paul's growing convention and event sector adds additional openings, especially around the Xcel Energy Center and RiverCentre. Rochester sees demand tied to Mayo Clinic's international patient volume, which sustains steady need for hotel operations and food service staff familiar with serving a global clientele.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
F-1 OPT covers work directly related to your field of study, so the role needs to connect to your degree, whether that is hospitality management, tourism, culinary arts, business, or a related discipline. In Minnesota, qualifying positions commonly include front office management, food and beverage supervision, event coordination, hotel operations, and revenue management. Purely hourly service roles without a management or specialized component are less likely to meet the work-authorization relatedness standard for OPT.
How do I find hospitality F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on F-1 OPT, filtering hospitality roles in Minnesota to employers who are actively open to sponsorship. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at visa policies, you can browse verified hospitality listings in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Bloomington, and Rochester. Migrate Mate also surfaces employers with a track record of hiring OPT workers in hotel operations, event management, and food and beverage roles across the state.
Are there any Minnesota-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in hospitality?
Minnesota's hospitality industry is seasonal in character, with peak demand tied to summer tourism along the northern lakes, the convention calendar in Minneapolis, and major events at venues like U.S. Bank Stadium. OPT authorization is time-limited, so aligning your job search with high-hiring periods from late winter through spring improves your odds of landing a role before your authorized employment window is fully underway. Students with STEM-designated hospitality or tourism management degrees may also be eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if the employer meets E-Verify requirements.
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