Hiring and Sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors (SOC Code 1221)

Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors, classified under SOC Code 1221, play a crucial role in the hospitality industry by overseeing the operation of hotels, resorts, and various accommodation services. Their responsibilities include:

• Demand Analysis: Evaluating market demand to determine the types, standards, and costs of services to be offered.
• Resource Management: Assessing and planning for financial, staffing, material, and other short- and long-term needs.
• Customer Comfort: Ensuring the physical comfort of residents or passengers and making special arrangements for children, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities as required.
• Entertainment Coordination: Approving and organizing shipboard entertainment and shore trips while liaising with the ship's agent to ensure proper provisioning.
• Financial Oversight: Arranging for the timely payment of bills, maintaining accounts, and ensuring adherence to licensing and other statutory regulations.

With the growth of the tourism sector in the UK, the demand for experienced hotel and accommodation managers is on the rise, encouraging many establishments to seek skilled professionals both locally and internationally. This guide is designed to assist HR professionals in the recruitment and sponsorship of hotel and accommodation managers under the UK’s immigration system.

What is SOC Code 3411 for Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors?

SOC Code 1221 refers to hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors who oversee the operations and services of lodging facilities. Their responsibilities can include:

• Analyzing demand: Assessing market needs to determine the type, standard, and cost of services to be offered.
• Determining resource needs: Establishing financial, staffing, material, and other requirements for both short- and long-term operations.
• Ensuring guest comfort: Maintaining the physical comfort of residents or passengers and making special arrangements for children, the elderly, and the infirm as necessary.
• Coordinating entertainment: Approving and organizing shipboard entertainment and shore trips, while liaising with the ship’s agent to ensure adequate provisioning.
• Managing finances: Arranging for the payment of bills, keeping accounts, and ensuring compliance with licensing and other statutory regulations.

Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors play a vital role in the hospitality industry, ensuring exceptional service delivery and guest satisfaction while adhering to industry standards.

Eligibility to Hire Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors (SOC Code 3411)

1. Job Requirements

Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors must possess a combination of skills, experience, and qualifications to effectively oversee hospitality operations. These may include:

• Experience in hospitality management: Proven track record in managing hotels or accommodation facilities.
• Financial acumen: Ability to analyze demand and determine pricing strategies, budgeting, and cost management.
• Staffing expertise: Experience in recruitment, training, and management of staff in a hospitality setting.
• Institutional knowledge: Familiarity with licensing and statutory regulations applicable to the hospitality industry.
• Customer service skills: Strong focus on ensuring the physical comfort and enjoyment of residents and guests, including special arrangements for children, the elderly, and the infirm.
• Event planning capabilities: Experience in approving and arranging entertainment and activities, both onboard and onshore.
• Administrative proficiency: Competence in billing, accounting, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Ensure that these qualifications align with SOC Code 1221 and that the manager’s experience meets the expectations required for the role.

1. Salary Thresholds
2. Use the Minimum Salary Calculator to ensure your salary offer meets immigration requirements.

Sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors: A Step-by-Step Guide for HR Professionals

Once you’ve confirmed that the role and candidate meet the eligibility requirements, follow this step-by-step guide to sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors under SOC Code 1221.

Step 1: Obtain a Sponsor Licence

Before hiring non-UK Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors, your company or institution must obtain a sponsor licence. This licence enables you to legally sponsor overseas Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors under the Skilled Worker Visa program.

• Sponsor Licence Application: Submit documentation proving that your business is legitimate and has a genuine vacancy. Visit the sponsor licence application guide for more information. 
• Sponsor Licence Fees: Small businesses typically pay £574, while larger institutions pay £1,579. For more information, visit the sponsor licence fees guide. 
• Processing Time: Applications typically take up to 8 weeks, but using the Sponsor Licence Priority Service can reduce the processing time to 10 working days.

Once your sponsor licence is approved, you will receive a sponsor licence number, which allows you to assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Step 2: Assign a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Once you have your sponsor licence, the next step is to assign a CoS to the Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors. This document provides key details about the job and the individual being sponsored.

• Defined vs Undefined CoS: Use a Defined CoS for Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors applying from outside the UK, and an Undefined CoS for those already in the UK. Learn more in the Defined & Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship guide. 
• Required Documents: Provide details such as the Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors’s portfolio, passport and job offer. Refer to Documents Required for Certificate of Sponsorship for a full list of necessary documents.

Step 3: Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa

Once the CoS is issued, the Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors can apply for the Skilled Worker Visa.

• Visa Fees: Fees vary depending on the role and visa length—use the visa fees calculator to estimate the costs. 
• Immigration Skills Charge: Employers are required to pay this charge as part of sponsoring non-UK workers. This is separate from visa fees.

Conducting a Right to Work Check for Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors

Before the Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors begins working, you must conduct a right to work check to ensure they are legally allowed to work in the UK.

• Manual Right to Work Check: Verify original documents such as the Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors’s passport and visa. 
• Online Right to Work Check: If the Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors holds an eVisa, you can use the UK government’s online system to verify their right-to-work status.

For more details on how to perform these checks, see the right to work check guide.

Post-Hiring Responsibilities and Compliance

1. Record-Keeping and Reporting  
2. • Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of the Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors’s employment details, salary and contact information. 
   • Reporting Changes: Report any significant changes to the Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors’s role—such as promotions or salary increases—via the Sponsor Management System (SMS).
3. Sponsor Licence Duties and Compliance
4. Failure to comply with your sponsor licence duties can result in penalties or sponsor licence revocation, impacting your ability to sponsor future Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietorss.

How Borderless Can Help with Sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors

Sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors under SOC Code 1221 can be a complex process, but Borderless can simplify it for you. We offer comprehensive support to help you manage the entire sponsorship process.

End-to-End Sponsorship Support

At Borderless, we assist with:

• Sponsor Licence Application: Guiding you through the application process and ensuring all required documents are submitted correctly. 
• Certificate of Sponsorship Assignment: Streamlining the CoS process to make hiring easier. 
• Compliance Management: Helping you stay compliant with immigration laws to avoid penalties.

If you need assistance with hiring or sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors, get in touch for personalised support.

Conclusion

Hiring and sponsoring Hotel and accommodation managers and  proprietors under SOC Code 1221 can be a rewarding way to enrich the cultural landscape of your organisation. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully navigate the sponsorship process while ensuring compliance with UK immigration laws.

For further guidance, Borderless is ready to assist you with all your sponsorship needs. Contact us for expert advice.