Restaurant General Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's restaurant industry supports general manager roles across Minneapolis-Saint Paul's dense dining corridor, Duluth's waterfront district, and growing suburban markets. Major hospitality groups including Parasole Restaurant Holdings and Aparium Hotel Group operate here, creating openings that occasionally support visa sponsorship for experienced candidates with specialty occupation qualifications.
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The Restaurant General Manager is the executive leader of the restaurant focused on profitability, guest, people, and operations. The RGM has overall responsibility for managing the daily operations of a single restaurant. The RGM operates under the direction of the District Manager and directly manages a team of an Assistant Manager, Hourly Shift Coordinators, and Team Members (20-45 employees).
THE CANDIDATES WE’RE CONSIDERING MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE.
Summary Of Responsibilities:
- PROFITABILITY
Has primary accountability for the restaurant P&L and actively manages towards desired financial outcomes
Reviews key P&L lines to increase profitability for the restaurant
Drives sales through proactive guest service, people development & operations management
- GUEST
Motivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, friendly, and fast service in a clean facility
Manages the guest experience through operations and timely response to Guest issues
Problem solves guest feedback systems to determine root-causes and develops action plans to address issues
Identifies and interacts with the community to engage the prospective guest and execute local marketing initiatives
- PEOPLE
Leads the restaurant’s recruitment and selection process to build and retain an effective restaurant team
On-boards new team members by training and guiding them through the certification process
Inspires the restaurant team by effectively managing individual and team recognition programs
Provides coaching and feedback to Team Members, Shift Coordinators, and Assistant Managers to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance
- OPERATIONS
Manages restaurant labor using optimal Manager staffing and Team Member scheduling
Enforces compliance with government regulations, employment laws, and BKC policies
Ensures that restaurant upholds operational and brand standards
Performs duties of the Assistant Manager & Hourly Shift coordinator when necessary
Qualifications And Skills:
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Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
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High School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred
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1-2 years of previous restaurant management experience
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Strong understanding of P&L management & drivers of restaurant profitability
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Ability to prioritize own and others’ work and time to meet deadlines and objectives
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Demonstrated leadership skills
-
Demonstrated understanding of guest service principles
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Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
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Ability to work long and/or irregular shifts as needed, for the proper functioning of the restaurant
BKC is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
This job is posted via Workstream.
Every day, more than 11 million guests visit BURGER KING® restaurants around the world. And they do so because our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGER KING® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER®, our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 50 successful years.
Pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Job Type: fulltime
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
INTRODUCTION
The Restaurant General Manager is the executive leader of the restaurant focused on profitability, guest, people, and operations. The RGM has overall responsibility for managing the daily operations of a single restaurant. The RGM operates under the direction of the District Manager and directly manages a team of an Assistant Manager, Hourly Shift Coordinators, and Team Members (20-45 employees).
THE CANDIDATES WE’RE CONSIDERING MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE.
Summary Of Responsibilities:
- PROFITABILITY
Has primary accountability for the restaurant P&L and actively manages towards desired financial outcomes
Reviews key P&L lines to increase profitability for the restaurant
Drives sales through proactive guest service, people development & operations management
- GUEST
Motivates and directs team members to exceed guest expectations with accurate, friendly, and fast service in a clean facility
Manages the guest experience through operations and timely response to Guest issues
Problem solves guest feedback systems to determine root-causes and develops action plans to address issues
Identifies and interacts with the community to engage the prospective guest and execute local marketing initiatives
- PEOPLE
Leads the restaurant’s recruitment and selection process to build and retain an effective restaurant team
On-boards new team members by training and guiding them through the certification process
Inspires the restaurant team by effectively managing individual and team recognition programs
Provides coaching and feedback to Team Members, Shift Coordinators, and Assistant Managers to increase the restaurant team’s capabilities and raise restaurant performance
- OPERATIONS
Manages restaurant labor using optimal Manager staffing and Team Member scheduling
Enforces compliance with government regulations, employment laws, and BKC policies
Ensures that restaurant upholds operational and brand standards
Performs duties of the Assistant Manager & Hourly Shift coordinator when necessary
Qualifications And Skills:
-
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
-
High School Diploma or GED required, 2 years of college preferred
-
1-2 years of previous restaurant management experience
-
Strong understanding of P&L management & drivers of restaurant profitability
-
Ability to prioritize own and others’ work and time to meet deadlines and objectives
-
Demonstrated leadership skills
-
Demonstrated understanding of guest service principles
-
Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
-
Ability to work long and/or irregular shifts as needed, for the proper functioning of the restaurant
BKC is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
This job is posted via Workstream.
Every day, more than 11 million guests visit BURGER KING® restaurants around the world. And they do so because our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food. Founded in 1954, BURGER KING® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER®, our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 50 successful years.
Pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Job Type: fulltime
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
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Which companies sponsor visas for restaurant general managers in Minnesota?
Larger hospitality groups with Minnesota operations, such as Parasole Restaurant Holdings, Copper Bleu Hospitality, and national chains including Darden Restaurants and Marriott-affiliated food and beverage outlets, are among the employers most likely to have the legal infrastructure to sponsor visas. Independent restaurants rarely sponsor due to cost and administrative complexity. Candidates have the strongest prospects targeting multi-unit operators or hotel food and beverage divisions.
Which visa types are most common for restaurant general managers in Minnesota?
The H-1B is the primary work visa considered for restaurant general manager roles, but qualifying requires demonstrating the position meets specialty occupation standards, typically by documenting that a specific bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field is a standard requirement. The L-1A is an option for managers transferring within a multinational company. TN classification covers Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying management roles under specific criteria.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most restaurant general manager sponsorship jobs?
Minneapolis and Saint Paul account for the large majority of sponsorship-eligible restaurant general manager openings in Minnesota, driven by the concentration of multi-unit restaurant groups, hotel properties, and corporate dining operations. Rochester attracts hospitality demand linked to the Mayo Clinic's international patient and staff population. Duluth sees seasonal and year-round openings tied to its tourism economy, though sponsorship-capable employers are less concentrated outside the Twin Cities metro.
How to find restaurant general manager visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate aggregates visa sponsorship jobs specifically filtered by role and state, making it straightforward to browse current restaurant general manager openings in Minnesota where employers have indicated sponsorship capacity. Because sponsorship-eligible postings represent a small share of total restaurant management listings, using a focused platform like Migrate Mate saves time compared to sorting through general job boards. Setting up alerts for Minnesota hospitality roles ensures you see new postings as they appear.
Are there state-specific considerations for restaurant general manager visa sponsorship in Minnesota?
Minnesota employers filing an H-1B for a restaurant general manager must submit a Labor Condition Application establishing that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the role in the relevant metro area, which is determined by the Department of Labor using Minnesota-specific wage data. The Twin Cities metro and Rochester each have distinct prevailing wage levels. Minnesota also has no state-level visa sponsorship incentive programs, so sponsorship decisions rest entirely with individual employers and their immigration counsel.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored restaurant general manager jobs in Minnesota?
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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