Restaurant Operations Management Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Restaurant operations management roles can qualify for H-1B visa or E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field. Employers in multi-unit chains and hotel groups are the most active sponsors. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars and Room Service, if applicable. Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Determines training needed to accomplish goals, then implements plan.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Day-to-Day Operations
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Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
-
Maintains service and sanitation standards in restaurant, bar/lounge and room service areas.
-
Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
Leading Food and Beverage Team
-
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
-
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
-
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
-
Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
-
Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
-
Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
-
Provides the leadership, vision and direction to bring together and prioritize the departmental goals in a way that will be efficient and effective.
-
Ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management.
-
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
-
Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
-
Ensures staff understands local, state and Federal liquor laws.
-
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
-
Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
-
Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
-
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
-
Manages day-to-day operations, ensures the quality, standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
-
Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
-
Acts as the guest service role model for the restaurants, sets a good example of excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
-
Handles guest problems and complaints.
-
Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
-
Ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve service results.
-
Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.
-
Manages service delivery in outlets to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting from hostess, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment & invitation to return).
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
-
Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
-
Identifies the educational needs of others, develops formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaches or instructs others.
-
Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
-
Ensures employees receive ongoing training to understand guest expectations.
-
Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
-
Strives to improve service performance.
-
Ensures recognition is taking place across areas of responsibility.
Additional Responsibilities
-
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
-
Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
-
Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.
-
Recognizes good quality products and presentations.
-
Supervises daily shift operations in absence of Assistant Restaurant Manager.
-
Oversees the financial aspects of the department including purchasing and payment of invoices.
Location
8300 Pena Blvd, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80249
Schedule
Full Time
Position Type
Management
Pay Range:
$61,000-$77,000 annually
Bonus Eligible:
Y
Expiration Date:
08/31/2026
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.
We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family, enrich your wellbeing, empower your career, and spark new adventures. Benefits eligibility and options may vary depending on employment status, position and location. Click here to learn more.
At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. 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
Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars and Room Service, if applicable. Supervises daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility. Determines training needed to accomplish goals, then implements plan.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Day-to-Day Operations
-
Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
-
Maintains service and sanitation standards in restaurant, bar/lounge and room service areas.
-
Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
Leading Food and Beverage Team
-
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
-
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
-
Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
-
Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.
-
Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
-
Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
-
Provides the leadership, vision and direction to bring together and prioritize the departmental goals in a way that will be efficient and effective.
-
Ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management.
-
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
-
Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
-
Ensures staff understands local, state and Federal liquor laws.
-
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
-
Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
-
Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
-
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
-
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
-
Manages day-to-day operations, ensures the quality, standards and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
-
Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
-
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
-
Acts as the guest service role model for the restaurants, sets a good example of excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
-
Handles guest problems and complaints.
-
Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
-
Ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve service results.
-
Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.
-
Manages service delivery in outlets to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting from hostess, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment & invitation to return).
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
-
Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
-
Identifies the educational needs of others, develops formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaches or instructs others.
-
Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
-
Ensures employees receive ongoing training to understand guest expectations.
-
Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
-
Strives to improve service performance.
-
Ensures recognition is taking place across areas of responsibility.
Additional Responsibilities
-
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
-
Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
-
Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.
-
Recognizes good quality products and presentations.
-
Supervises daily shift operations in absence of Assistant Restaurant Manager.
-
Oversees the financial aspects of the department including purchasing and payment of invoices.
Location
8300 Pena Blvd, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80249
Schedule
Full Time
Position Type
Management
Pay Range:
$61,000-$77,000 annually
Bonus Eligible:
Y
Expiration Date:
08/31/2026
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.
We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family, enrich your wellbeing, empower your career, and spark new adventures. Benefits eligibility and options may vary depending on employment status, position and location. Click here to learn more.
At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. 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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Target multi-unit and corporate employers
Large restaurant groups, hotel and resort chains, and franchise operators are far more likely to sponsor visas than independent restaurants. They have dedicated HR teams, existing immigration counsel, and established sponsorship processes that make petitions straightforward.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Emphasize hospitality management, food service operations, or business administration in your job description to support the specialty occupation argument during the H-1B or E-3 petition.
Get your degree equivalency documented early
If you hold a three-year hospitality degree or a diploma plus significant management experience, obtain a credential evaluation before applying. Clear documentation of degree equivalency prevents delays and strengthens your petition at both the employer and consular stage.
Lead with P&L and operational metrics in your resume
Sponsoring employers need to justify the position to USCIS. A resume that quantifies revenue managed, team size, and cost reduction outcomes makes the business case for sponsorship and positions you above candidates without documented operational impact.
Ask about sponsorship before the final interview round
Raise visa sponsorship clearly but professionally after demonstrating your value, ideally before a formal offer. Waiting until the offer stage creates friction. Confirming early that the employer has sponsored before saves time and avoids misunderstandings about willingness.
Browse Migrate Mate for sponsorship-verified openings
Not every restaurant operations role advertised publicly comes with sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have a verified history of visa sponsorship, so you can focus your applications on companies already equipped and willing to support your petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does restaurant operations management qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
It can, but it depends on how the role is structured. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as hospitality management or business administration. General manager roles at small independent restaurants often fail this test. Corporate or regional operations roles at multi-unit employers with formal degree requirements are significantly stronger candidates for approval.
Which visa types are most realistic for this role?
H-1B visa is the most common path for non-Australian nationals, though the lottery makes it uncertain. Australian citizens should strongly consider the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a dedicated 10,500-slot annual allocation that has never been exhausted. L-1 visa is an option if you're currently employed by a multinational restaurant group and transferring to a U.S. office in a managerial capacity.
Do I need a hospitality degree specifically, or will any bachelor's degree work?
USCIS expects a logical connection between your degree field and the role. A degree in hospitality management, food and beverage management, or business administration with a relevant concentration is the strongest fit. A general business degree can work if the job description emphasizes financial oversight, operations systems, or team management. An unrelated degree, such as engineering or English literature, will face significant scrutiny without substantial compensating experience.
How do I find restaurant employers who have sponsored visas before?
Migrate Mate is the most direct route. It surfaces roles from employers with a documented sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies are open to the process. Targeting employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles in the past is a reliable signal that they understand the process and have immigration counsel in place.
Can I get sponsored as a restaurant operations manager without a degree if I have extensive experience?
Possibly, through the three-for-one equivalency rule. Three years of specialized work experience can substitute for one year of bachelor's-level education, meaning 12 years of relevant experience can stand in for a four-year degree. This requires detailed documentation and a strong employer letter. The argument is harder to sustain for H-1B specialty occupation cases and works better when supported by promotions, performance records, and formal training certifications.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Restaurant Operations Management 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.