Hospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Missouri
Missouri's hospitality sector draws H-2B visa workers to resorts along Lake of the Ozarks, hotel operations in Kansas City and St. Louis, and seasonal attractions like Silver Dollar City in Branson. Employers here regularly file H-2B petitions to fill housekeeping, food service, and grounds maintenance roles during peak tourist seasons when local labor supply falls short.
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Responsible for the Event Services Department. Manages and leads event service staff and acts as a liaison between Banquets/Catering, Event Technology, Event Planning, Sales and the customer to ensure consistent, high level service throughout property events. Promotes consistency by executing events based on catering/event service/food and beverage Standard Operating Procedures. The position ensures the Red Coat Program (MHR) is in place and adhered to by all Event Service Managers. The position is responsible for achieving guest and employee satisfaction and for assisting in managing the financial performance of the department. In addition, the Director of Event Services recognizes opportunities to up-sell and suggests enhancements to create outstanding events.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Event Services Operations
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Meets with Event Managers to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential problems/conflict.
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Coordinates all projects involving capital resources used by the department.
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Works closely with Director of Catering Operations to ensure successful customer events.
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Ensures leadership is aware of significant groups which may affect property operations.
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Consults with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
Leading Event Services Teams
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Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
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Identifies key drivers of business success and keeps team focused on the critical few to achieve results.
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Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans.
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Ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.
Managing Profitability
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Introduces ideas to leadership team to enable property to remain competitive.
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Encourages calculated risk-taking to generate incremental revenue and deliver excellent guest service.
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Works directly with major groups when high profile and financial impact will be significant (limited instances).
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Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
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Creates an atmosphere in all event management operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.
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Consults with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
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Works with Human Resources to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Reviews property specific event operations annually and makes appropriate adjustments.
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Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service and operational needs are met.
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Communicates and ensures departmental and property emergency procedures are executed when necessary.
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Ensures that regular, ongoing communication is happening in all areas of event operations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Relocation Assistance Available, free parking, full benefits
Job Number 26140795
Job Category Event Management
Location 100 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton MO 63105, United States
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually
Bonus Eligible: Y
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.
Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.
Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the Event Services Department. Manages and leads event service staff and acts as a liaison between Banquets/Catering, Event Technology, Event Planning, Sales and the customer to ensure consistent, high level service throughout property events. Promotes consistency by executing events based on catering/event service/food and beverage Standard Operating Procedures. The position ensures the Red Coat Program (MHR) is in place and adhered to by all Event Service Managers. The position is responsible for achieving guest and employee satisfaction and for assisting in managing the financial performance of the department. In addition, the Director of Event Services recognizes opportunities to up-sell and suggests enhancements to create outstanding events.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Event Services Operations
-
Meets with Event Managers to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential problems/conflict.
-
Coordinates all projects involving capital resources used by the department.
-
Works closely with Director of Catering Operations to ensure successful customer events.
-
Ensures leadership is aware of significant groups which may affect property operations.
-
Consults with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
Leading Event Services Teams
-
Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
-
Identifies key drivers of business success and keeps team focused on the critical few to achieve results.
-
Ensures integration of departmental goals in game plans.
-
Ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.
Managing Profitability
-
Introduces ideas to leadership team to enable property to remain competitive.
-
Encourages calculated risk-taking to generate incremental revenue and deliver excellent guest service.
-
Works directly with major groups when high profile and financial impact will be significant (limited instances).
-
Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Creates an atmosphere in all event management operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.
-
Consults with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
-
Works with Human Resources to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
-
Reviews property specific event operations annually and makes appropriate adjustments.
-
Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service and operational needs are met.
-
Communicates and ensures departmental and property emergency procedures are executed when necessary.
-
Ensures that regular, ongoing communication is happening in all areas of event operations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Relocation Assistance Available, free parking, full benefits
Job Number 26140795
Job Category Event Management
Location 100 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton MO 63105, United States
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually
Bonus Eligible: Y
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.
Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.
Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
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Search Hospitality Jobs in MissouriHospitality H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
Which hospitality companies sponsor H-2B visas in Missouri?
Missouri's most active H-2B visa sponsors in hospitality include resorts and lodges around the Lake of the Ozarks, large hotel operators in Kansas City and St. Louis, and entertainment-driven properties in Branson such as those affiliated with Silver Dollar City. Smaller seasonal resorts and campground operators also file H-2B petitions regularly, particularly for summer and holiday peak periods when they cannot fill positions with available local workers.
Which cities in Missouri have the most hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Branson leads in volume due to its dense concentration of entertainment venues, hotels, and seasonal attractions. The Lake of the Ozarks region generates consistent demand across resorts and marinas. Kansas City and St. Louis contribute through convention hotels and event-driven properties, though their demand is somewhat less seasonal. Smaller resort towns like Osage Beach also produce notable H-2B filings during summer and fall peak periods.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify include housekeepers, room attendants, front desk staff, food and beverage servers, dishwashers, cooks, groundskeepers, and recreational attendants. These positions must be temporary in nature, meaning tied to a defined peak season rather than year-round operational need. The employer must demonstrate through DOL certification that qualified U.S. workers are unavailable for those roles during the specified period.
How do I find hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs in Missouri?
Migrate Mate lists hospitality H-2B sponsorship jobs in Missouri filtered by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for roles where employers are already set up to sponsor. Because H-2B petitions are filed on a set seasonal calendar, timing matters. Checking Migrate Mate early, before peak-season recruitment windows close, gives you the best chance of connecting with Missouri employers actively seeking H-2B workers.
Are there any Missouri-specific considerations for H-2B hospitality sponsorship?
Missouri's H-2B activity is heavily shaped by its tourism calendar. Branson's entertainment season peaks in summer and again around the holidays, while Lake of the Ozarks resorts concentrate hiring in May through September. Employers must file DOL applications and USCIS petitions well in advance of their stated start dates. Workers should confirm the exact petition start date with the employer, since H-2B status is tied to that specific employer and seasonal period.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B hospitality jobs in Missouri?
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.