Food and Beverage Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Food and Beverage Manager roles qualify for H-1B, E-3, and TN visa sponsorship when they require a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or related field. Most positions involve overseeing restaurant operations, managing staff, and developing beverage programs for hotels, resorts, or large dining establishments. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The Food & Beverage Manager (F&B Manager) is the primary onsite operational leader for all food and beverage businesses within Nordstrom New York City Flagship and Men’s Store. Reporting to the Area Manager – Restaurants & Specialty Coffee, this role is accountable for daily execution, operational consistency, and guest experience across restaurants, bars, specialty coffee, and catering/events. This leader maintains a strong on‑site presence, providing hands‑on support, real‑time coaching, and problem solving for Restaurant General Managers, Specialty Coffee Managers, and the Restaurant Inventory Control Team. While General Managers retain full responsibility for the day‑to‑day performance of their individual units, the Food & Beverage Manager provides portfolio‑level oversight, including on‑site coordination and operational support for food and beverage events and the Events Specialist, ensuring execution aligns with daily operations. Through this model, operational standards are consistently executed and business priorities are translated into clear daily operating behaviors across all supported concepts. Partnering closely with Store Managers and in‑store leaders, this role ensures food and beverage operations are fully integrated into the rhythm of the building, including staffing, peak‑period execution, activations, and events. This leader also models Nordstrom Values and fosters a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment, while building the skills and rigor required to becoming a future Area Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
Leads daily food & beverage operations across restaurants, bars, specialty coffee, and events within the NYC Flagship and Men’s Store, ensuring food-safe, pest-free, compliant, and operationally sound environments through consistent onsite oversight.
- Maintains strong floor presence, regularly visiting locations during peak business hours to observe execution, address issues in real time, and reinforce Nordstrom service and operational standards.
- Models Nordstrom Values through visible leadership behaviors, decision-making, and daily interactions with teams and store partners.
- Develops and supports Restaurant and Specialty Coffee leadership by providing clear expectations, timely coaching, and frequent performance conversations; reinforces accountability through follow up and hands-on support.
- Owns portfolio-level on-site business performance for restaurant concepts within the NYC Flagship and Men’s Store, including P&L, KPI trends, labor, and cost controls, partnering with General Managers—who retain accountability for their individual units—to drive executable action plans.
- Serves as the primary connector to Store Leadership, ensuring Store Managers are informed and aligned on food and beverage operations, staffing plans, activations, and event execution.
- In addition to their General Managers, partners closely with HR, Marketing, Events, Visual, Construction, and Facilities to address operational needs, support people initiatives, and resolve employee relations matters in partnership with HRBPs.
- Oversees Restaurant’s Inventory Control operations, ensuring accurate ordering, receiving, storage, and cost management practices are consistently followed on site.
- Provides on-site leadership and operational coordination for the Event Specialist, ensuring events are properly staffed, supported, and executed in alignment with daily business needs.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus: Builds strong, trust-based relationships with store partners and guests; ensures food and beverage operations enhance the overall in-store experience.
Drives Results: Translates goals into daily execution, removes obstacles for teams, and delivers results through consistent on-site leadership.
Builds Trust: Leads with authenticity and follow-through; creates an environment where leaders and teams feel supported and accountable.
Manages Complexity: Navigates multiple businesses and priorities within a single location, applying structured problem-solving to operational challenges.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Progressive leadership experience in food & beverage or hospitality operations
- Strong coaching and people development capability
- Experience partnering with HR on employee relations issues
- Strong financial acumen and KPI analysis skills
- 5+ years of leadership experience in complex F&B environments
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise business tools
BENEFITS
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. © 2022 Nordstrom, Inc
PAY RANGE DETAILS
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$83,500.00 - $139,000.00 Annual
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf
INTRODUCTION
The Food & Beverage Manager (F&B Manager) is the primary onsite operational leader for all food and beverage businesses within Nordstrom New York City Flagship and Men’s Store. Reporting to the Area Manager – Restaurants & Specialty Coffee, this role is accountable for daily execution, operational consistency, and guest experience across restaurants, bars, specialty coffee, and catering/events. This leader maintains a strong on‑site presence, providing hands‑on support, real‑time coaching, and problem solving for Restaurant General Managers, Specialty Coffee Managers, and the Restaurant Inventory Control Team. While General Managers retain full responsibility for the day‑to‑day performance of their individual units, the Food & Beverage Manager provides portfolio‑level oversight, including on‑site coordination and operational support for food and beverage events and the Events Specialist, ensuring execution aligns with daily operations. Through this model, operational standards are consistently executed and business priorities are translated into clear daily operating behaviors across all supported concepts. Partnering closely with Store Managers and in‑store leaders, this role ensures food and beverage operations are fully integrated into the rhythm of the building, including staffing, peak‑period execution, activations, and events. This leader also models Nordstrom Values and fosters a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment, while building the skills and rigor required to becoming a future Area Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
Leads daily food & beverage operations across restaurants, bars, specialty coffee, and events within the NYC Flagship and Men’s Store, ensuring food-safe, pest-free, compliant, and operationally sound environments through consistent onsite oversight.
- Maintains strong floor presence, regularly visiting locations during peak business hours to observe execution, address issues in real time, and reinforce Nordstrom service and operational standards.
- Models Nordstrom Values through visible leadership behaviors, decision-making, and daily interactions with teams and store partners.
- Develops and supports Restaurant and Specialty Coffee leadership by providing clear expectations, timely coaching, and frequent performance conversations; reinforces accountability through follow up and hands-on support.
- Owns portfolio-level on-site business performance for restaurant concepts within the NYC Flagship and Men’s Store, including P&L, KPI trends, labor, and cost controls, partnering with General Managers—who retain accountability for their individual units—to drive executable action plans.
- Serves as the primary connector to Store Leadership, ensuring Store Managers are informed and aligned on food and beverage operations, staffing plans, activations, and event execution.
- In addition to their General Managers, partners closely with HR, Marketing, Events, Visual, Construction, and Facilities to address operational needs, support people initiatives, and resolve employee relations matters in partnership with HRBPs.
- Oversees Restaurant’s Inventory Control operations, ensuring accurate ordering, receiving, storage, and cost management practices are consistently followed on site.
- Provides on-site leadership and operational coordination for the Event Specialist, ensuring events are properly staffed, supported, and executed in alignment with daily business needs.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus: Builds strong, trust-based relationships with store partners and guests; ensures food and beverage operations enhance the overall in-store experience.
Drives Results: Translates goals into daily execution, removes obstacles for teams, and delivers results through consistent on-site leadership.
Builds Trust: Leads with authenticity and follow-through; creates an environment where leaders and teams feel supported and accountable.
Manages Complexity: Navigates multiple businesses and priorities within a single location, applying structured problem-solving to operational challenges.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Progressive leadership experience in food & beverage or hospitality operations
- Strong coaching and people development capability
- Experience partnering with HR on employee relations issues
- Strong financial acumen and KPI analysis skills
- 5+ years of leadership experience in complex F&B environments
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise business tools
BENEFITS
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. © 2022 Nordstrom, Inc
PAY RANGE DETAILS
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$83,500.00 - $139,000.00 Annual
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Food and Beverage Manager
Highlight hospitality degree requirements
Emphasize roles requiring specific hospitality management, business administration, or culinary arts degrees. Generic management positions without degree requirements won't qualify for specialty occupation visas.
Target hotel chains and resort groups
Large hospitality companies like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt regularly sponsor visas for management positions. They have established legal teams and understand the sponsorship process.
Emphasize revenue management expertise
Focus on experience with cost control, inventory management, and profit optimization. These analytical skills help justify the specialty occupation requirement for visa applications.
Document staff management experience
Highlight experience managing large teams, training programs, and operational compliance. Multi-unit or high-volume restaurant experience strengthens your sponsorship case with employers.
Show beverage program development skills
Experience creating wine lists, cocktail menus, or beverage cost analysis demonstrates specialized knowledge. This expertise helps differentiate your role from general management positions.
Consider seasonal resort opportunities
Ski resorts, beach hotels, and seasonal destinations often need temporary managers. These positions may offer faster hiring decisions and sponsorship opportunities during peak seasons.
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What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Food and Beverage Manager?
You need a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, food service management, or a related field. Some employers accept equivalent experience using the 3-for-1 rule (three years of specialized work experience for each year of missing education). A two-year hospitality degree plus six years of F&B management experience could qualify.
Do Food and Beverage Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations?
Yes, when the position requires specific hospitality or business management knowledge and a related bachelor's degree. USCIS looks for roles involving complex operations, revenue analysis, regulatory compliance, and specialized industry knowledge. Generic supervisory roles without degree requirements typically don't qualify.
Which visa types work best for Food and Beverage Managers?
H-1B is most common for management roles requiring specialized knowledge. E-3 works for Australian citizens in qualifying positions. TN visa applies to Canadian and Mexican citizens if the role requires a business administration degree. L-1 is possible for managers transferring from international hotel chains.
What's the approval rate for F&B Manager visa petitions?
H-1B approval rates for management occupations typically range from 70-85%, depending on the employer's documentation and role complexity. Positions with clear specialty occupation requirements and established employers see higher approval rates. Detailed job descriptions emphasizing analytical and specialized responsibilities improve success rates.
Can I get sponsored for seasonal Food and Beverage Manager positions?
Yes, but it's complex. H-1B requires intent for temporary stay, making seasonal work potentially suitable. However, the employer must demonstrate ongoing need for the position. Ski resorts and summer destinations sometimes sponsor managers, but they need to show the role continues beyond the peak season or involves year-round planning.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Food and Beverage Manager jobs?
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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