Front Desk Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Front desk positions are among the hardest roles to get visa sponsorship for in the U.S. Most front desk jobs don't meet the "specialty occupation" threshold required for H-1B visas, since they typically don't require a bachelor's degree. Some large hotel chains have used J-1 visa exchange visitor programs or H-2B visa seasonal visas, but year-round sponsorship is rare. If you're targeting this field, hotel management roles with a degree requirement are a more realistic path. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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We are seeking a friendly, customer service focused Front Desk Supervisor to join our team at Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express. This is a Full Time position located in Quincy, MA. In this position you will be responsible for managing the front desk team, guest registration, making reservations, and providing guests with information about the hotel and the local area. If you have a knack for customer service and previous service-related work experience, we’d like to meet you.
Work Performed
As a Front Desk Supervisor, you will be the first point of contact for our guests, providing exceptional service and ensuring a memorable stay. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with people, this is the perfect role for you. Manage and motivate all front office personnel with the daily supervision to include staffing, training, discipline, scheduling and visually monitoring performance to ensure adherence to all service and productivity standards to provide guest satisfaction.
- Manage online, phone and in-person room reservations in sometimes fast-paced environment
- Ensures the lobby is in proper order by performing daily walkthroughs
- Support and assist team members in handling guest inquiries and requests and in resolving guest complaints
- Cover desk shifts on occasion or when necessary
- Manage all functions of the Front Office, including operations and staffing
- Schedule, assign daily work, lead pre-shift meetings, inform and train team members
- Communicate relevant shift information to next shift and direct supervisor
- Welcome guests, check them in/out, distribute room keys and explain the hotel’s amenities
- Take payment and resolve any payment discrepancies
- Respond to guest issues and complaints in a friendly, timely manner
- Explain local amenities and attractions to guests
- Work with other staff members to ensure that all guest rooms meet hotel standards and accommodate any special guest requests
- Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
- Perform duties as outlined in the training procedures, following standard operating procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent experience
- 2 or more full years employment experience in a related position
- Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
- Hours required: Full Time 40 hours per week for AM; Mid; PM; Must be flexible; Weekends; Holidays
- Proficiency in the English language
- Willingness to learn new technology platforms
- Ability to stand at front desk for long periods of time
- Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs. guest luggage; limited
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities
- Previous customer facing experience preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft suite
- Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French
Compensation
$20 Hourly
Benefits
- Earned paid time off
- Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
- Optional life insurance
- Short term/Long term disability
- Optional 401k with employer match
- Employee discounts at participating hotels
- Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
- Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
- Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
- Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies
How To Apply
Apply HERE. Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.
About Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express Quincy
The Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express Quincy is a dual-branded hotel offering versatile accommodations in Quincy, Massachusetts. Conveniently located near downtown Boston, it caters to both short-term and extended-stay travelers. Staybridge Suites features spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, ideal for extended stays. Holiday Inn Express offers modern rooms with essential comforts for business and leisure travelers. Guests enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, and an indoor pool.
About Giri Hotels
Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.
We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.
You are right for the team if you are:
- Happy – nice to be around and friendly
- Humble – willing to learn
- Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive
Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.
Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Description
We are seeking a friendly, customer service focused Front Desk Supervisor to join our team at Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express. This is a Full Time position located in Quincy, MA. In this position you will be responsible for managing the front desk team, guest registration, making reservations, and providing guests with information about the hotel and the local area. If you have a knack for customer service and previous service-related work experience, we’d like to meet you.
Work Performed
As a Front Desk Supervisor, you will be the first point of contact for our guests, providing exceptional service and ensuring a memorable stay. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with people, this is the perfect role for you. Manage and motivate all front office personnel with the daily supervision to include staffing, training, discipline, scheduling and visually monitoring performance to ensure adherence to all service and productivity standards to provide guest satisfaction.
- Manage online, phone and in-person room reservations in sometimes fast-paced environment
- Ensures the lobby is in proper order by performing daily walkthroughs
- Support and assist team members in handling guest inquiries and requests and in resolving guest complaints
- Cover desk shifts on occasion or when necessary
- Manage all functions of the Front Office, including operations and staffing
- Schedule, assign daily work, lead pre-shift meetings, inform and train team members
- Communicate relevant shift information to next shift and direct supervisor
- Welcome guests, check them in/out, distribute room keys and explain the hotel’s amenities
- Take payment and resolve any payment discrepancies
- Respond to guest issues and complaints in a friendly, timely manner
- Explain local amenities and attractions to guests
- Work with other staff members to ensure that all guest rooms meet hotel standards and accommodate any special guest requests
- Keep workstations and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order
- Perform duties as outlined in the training procedures, following standard operating procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent experience
- 2 or more full years employment experience in a related position
- Must be able to work onsite at the hotel location
- Hours required: Full Time 40 hours per week for AM; Mid; PM; Must be flexible; Weekends; Holidays
- Proficiency in the English language
- Willingness to learn new technology platforms
- Ability to stand at front desk for long periods of time
- Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs. guest luggage; limited
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times
Additional Preferred Skills/Qualities
- Previous customer facing experience preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft suite
- Second language is a plus, preferably Spanish or French
Compensation
$20 Hourly
Benefits
- Earned paid time off
- Employer-contribution medical/dental/vision insurance
- Optional life insurance
- Short term/Long term disability
- Optional 401k with employer match
- Employee discounts at participating hotels
- Option to sign up for on-demand pay with DailyPay
- Refer a friend – get paid extra when they join our team!
- Bonuses for name recognition and guest score
- Opportunities to grow – one of the fastest-growing hotel companies
How To Apply
Apply HERE. Applications submitted by any other channel will not be considered.
About Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express Quincy
The Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express Quincy is a dual-branded hotel offering versatile accommodations in Quincy, Massachusetts. Conveniently located near downtown Boston, it caters to both short-term and extended-stay travelers. Staybridge Suites features spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, ideal for extended stays. Holiday Inn Express offers modern rooms with essential comforts for business and leisure travelers. Guests enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, and an indoor pool.
About Giri Hotels
Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Giri Hotels owns and operates more than 50 hotels in New England.
We are a growing company that embraces change, maintains a service mindset, and prioritizes the 'big rocks' - our most impactful tasks and projects. At our core, Giri Hotels is a hospitality company, and all members of our team share a sense of cooperation and respect with our guests and one another.
You are right for the team if you are:
- Happy – nice to be around and friendly
- Humble – willing to learn
- Helpful – team player, always willing to pitch in, looking for ways to be productive
Giri Hotel Management has been recognized for its growth in the hospitality industry. We are proud to have achieved #23 on the Top Owners & Developers list and #55 on the Top Management Companies list in Hotel Business's annual rankings. These rankings, based on the annual revenues and number of rooms and properties managed, demonstrate our company's continuing expansion and growth.
Giri Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Front Desk Jobs
Apply to resort properties in seasonal tourism markets
Ski resorts in Colorado and Vermont, beach resorts in Florida and South Carolina, and national park lodges are among the most active H-2B petitioners for front desk staff. These properties have predictable seasonal demand that qualifies for temporary worker visa petitions and they often rehire returning workers in subsequent seasons.
Work with employers who have H-2B filing history
Hotels that have successfully obtained H-2B visas in previous years have established relationships with immigration attorneys and understand the filing process. Returning worker exemptions may also apply, which can help you avoid H-2B cap limitations if you previously held H-2B status.
Learn property management systems used by major hotel chains
Proficiency in Opera PMS, Fosse, or Amadeus HotSOS is valued by hotel employers and can make you a more competitive candidate for sponsored positions. These technical skills demonstrate a level of specialization that helps justify the employer's investment in visa sponsorship.
Consider hotel management training programs as a long-term strategy
Chains like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt offer management development programs that can transition front desk workers into supervisory and management roles. Advancing into hotel management positions with degree requirements creates a stronger pathway to H-1B sponsorship or employer-sponsored green cards over time.
Start the employer relationship early in the H-2B cycle
H-2B processing involves a temporary labor certification, recruitment period, and petition filing that can take four to six months from start to finish. Contact prospective hotel employers at least eight months before the seasonal start date to ensure there is enough time to complete the process.
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Find Front Desk JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do hotels sponsor visas for front desk workers?
Many hotels and resorts use the H-2B temporary worker visa program to fill front desk positions during peak seasons. Major hospitality chains and resort properties in tourist-heavy areas are the most active H-2B petitioners for front desk roles. H-1B sponsorship for standard front desk positions is uncommon because these roles generally do not meet the specialty occupation degree requirement.
What is the H-2B visa and how does it apply to front desk jobs?
The H-2B visa allows U.S. employers to bring international workers for temporary non-agricultural jobs, including seasonal hospitality positions. Front desk roles at hotels, ski resorts, and beach properties that experience predictable seasonal surges are common H-2B use cases. The employer must demonstrate that the need is temporary and that there are not enough qualified U.S. workers available to fill the positions.
How to find Front Desk jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Front Desk jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on hotels, corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and hospitality companies that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, or other work visas for customer service roles. These employers often value bilingual skills and international experience for front desk positions.
How long can I work at a hotel front desk on an H-2B visa?
An initial H-2B visa can be granted for the duration of the temporary need, typically up to 10 months for a seasonal position. Extensions are possible in one-year increments, with a maximum continuous stay of three years. After reaching the three-year limit, you must depart the U.S. for at least three months before being eligible for another H-2B visa.
Can front desk experience lead to a more permanent visa pathway?
Front desk experience alone is unlikely to lead directly to a permanent visa, but advancing into hotel management, revenue management, or operations director roles can open H-1B and green card pathways. Hospitality management degrees combined with progressive career advancement strengthen the case for specialty occupation classification. Some hotel chains offer management training programs that can transition temporary workers into roles with stronger sponsorship potential.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Front Desk jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a front desk in Florida will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
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