Hospitality E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in New York
New York is one of the most active markets for hospitality E-3 visa sponsorship in the United States, with major hotel groups like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt operating flagship properties across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond. Australian professionals in food and beverage, hotel management, and events can find strong demand from large hospitality employers who regularly sponsor E-3 visas.
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COMPENSATION TYPE: Yearly
HIGHGATE HOTELS:
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
LOCATION:
Situated next door to each other on 44th Street in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Millennium Premier and Millennium Times Square both offer desirable locations steps from the excitement of Times Square, Broadway, Radio City Music Hall, and Rockefeller Center. Millennium Premier, a Four-Star boutique-style hotel, features 124 well appointed rooms and a private lounge exclusively for guests. Millennium Times Square, an affiliate of Hilton Hotels, features 626 spacious guest rooms and suites, some with views of Times Square, 52,000-sq.-ft. of function space, and a newly-opened Bugis Street Brasserie and Bar serving authentic Pan Asian cuisine.
Overview:
The Director of Engineering is responsible for all administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel as they directly relate to the engineering division. He/she is responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the hotel.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention Standards.
- Create, approve and post all Engineering staff schedules according to Highgate Hotel standards.
- Create and adhere to annual budget for department.
- Develop financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit/loss review meetings.
- Develop and implement plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in an acceptable state of repair.
- Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
- Create and implement a preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
- Ensure that all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per Highgate Hotel standards.
- Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.
- Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause. Determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk. Take immediate action as necessary.
- Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
- Actively participate in energy conservation programs.
- Review all guest and meeting planner comment cards to ensure problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Administer all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.
- Support and participate in all Highgate Hotel programs.
- Lead and participate in Highgate Hotel Safety Committee.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 5 years of progressive facilities management experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related management experience; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related management experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Stationary Engineer’s license if required by local code.
- HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Travel related to company business sometimes required.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
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Which hospitality companies sponsor E-3 visas in New York?
Large hotel groups with significant New York footprints are the most consistent E-3 sponsors in hospitality. Companies like Marriott International, Hilton Hotels, Hyatt, and Four Seasons have properties across Manhattan and the outer boroughs that hire for management and specialized roles. Independent luxury hotels and large food service operators also sponsor, though less predictably than major chains with dedicated HR and immigration infrastructure.
Which cities in New York have the most hospitality E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Manhattan accounts for the overwhelming majority of hospitality E-3 sponsorship activity in New York, driven by its concentration of luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, and large event venues. Brooklyn has grown as a secondary market, particularly in food and beverage. The Hamptons and Hudson Valley see seasonal demand in resort and hospitality management, though those roles are less commonly E-3 sponsored than year-round Manhattan positions.
What types of hospitality roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in New York?
E-3 sponsorship in hospitality requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Roles that commonly meet this standard include hotel general managers, food and beverage directors, revenue managers, event operations managers, and sommelier or culinary arts specialists with formal degree credentials. Front-of-house service roles generally do not qualify without a degree requirement tied to the position.
How do I find hospitality E-3 sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for this search. You can filter by E-3 visa type, the hospitality industry, and New York as your target state to see roles from employers who have actively sponsored E-3 visas. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship after the fact. Targeting larger hotel groups and hospitality management companies in your applications also improves your chances, as they are more likely to have established E-3 sponsorship processes.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for E-3 sponsorship in hospitality?
New York City's competitive labor market means hospitality employers often have access to a large local talent pool, so Australian applicants benefit from highlighting specialized skills or credentials that differentiate them. New York State also has its own prevailing wage requirements that interact with the Department of Labor's Labor Condition Application process, so employers sponsoring E-3 visas must confirm the offered role meets applicable wage standards for the specific county or metropolitan area.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 hospitality jobs in New York?
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.