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CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
The Team: The Party Planner is part of the American Girl Dallas Restaurant team
Job Description
The Opportunity: American Girl is looking for a dynamic individual for the Party Planner position to deliver all aspects of a premier party experience in conjunction with our Cafe. This position will be working one-on-one with party guests to create a magical event through superior communication and organization according to AG specifications. If you have experience in customer relations, event planning and execution, or parties, and have the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude, we want to hear from you.
What Your Impact Will Be:
- Achieves and delivers timely steps of party execution, and positive indicators on Customer Comment Cards. This includes communications with the customer prior to the event; creating and maintaining a pleasant ambiance in the dining room and party rooms; working with the party team to greet and seat guests in a timely manner, share store and event information with guests, take and deliver beverage and food orders, upsell, service the party throughout the event; prepare desserts and to-go transactions, deliver and process checks, bus and reset tables, daily clean up, and restocking of supplies.
- Meets sales goals and budgetary guidelines. Work with external vendors and place product orders in a timely manner.
- Ensure customer satisfaction by providing an exceptional party experience and oversee resolution of customer service issues and requests in a gracious manner.
- Executes events to AG standards, including games, crafts, hair styling and skin care of dolls.
- Maintain ongoing party communications with staff, management, and the Retail Sales and Services department.
- Has knowledge and understanding of local and state health sanitation laws and follows food and workplace safety guidelines.
- Assigns and complete daily tasks and side work assignments for FOH and BOH areas in a consistent and timely manner.
- Has thorough knowledge of the InfoGenesis system and ensures transactions are completed according to company policy.
- Takes the initiative to train, teach and assist teammates, including providing assistance to various areas of the restaurant, when needed.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- High school degree or equivalent, and undergraduate education, preferred.
- Minimum of 6 months’ work experience in customer relations, parties or events.
- One to two years’ experience in a high-volume, fine-casual dining or related restaurant, preferred.
- Experience working with children, preferred.
- Current ServeSafe certification, preferred.
- Good verbal and communication skills are required.
- Must enjoy public speaking, children, and possess a warm and friendly demeanor.
- May be required to perform diverse physical tasks, including some heavy lifting (approximately 30 – 50 pounds), transporting full trays and bus tubs that weigh up to 30 pounds. Constant standing and walking and exposure to a loud working environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
F/M/Disability/Vet
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What It’s Like to Work Here:
American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Who We Are:
American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT), a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
The pay range for this position is between $16 and $18.75 per hour. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.
Company Description
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
The Team: The Party Planner is part of the American Girl Dallas Restaurant team
Job Description
The Opportunity: American Girl is looking for a dynamic individual for the Party Planner position to deliver all aspects of a premier party experience in conjunction with our Cafe. This position will be working one-on-one with party guests to create a magical event through superior communication and organization according to AG specifications. If you have experience in customer relations, event planning and execution, or parties, and have the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude, we want to hear from you.
What Your Impact Will Be:
- Achieves and delivers timely steps of party execution, and positive indicators on Customer Comment Cards. This includes communications with the customer prior to the event; creating and maintaining a pleasant ambiance in the dining room and party rooms; working with the party team to greet and seat guests in a timely manner, share store and event information with guests, take and deliver beverage and food orders, upsell, service the party throughout the event; prepare desserts and to-go transactions, deliver and process checks, bus and reset tables, daily clean up, and restocking of supplies.
- Meets sales goals and budgetary guidelines. Work with external vendors and place product orders in a timely manner.
- Ensure customer satisfaction by providing an exceptional party experience and oversee resolution of customer service issues and requests in a gracious manner.
- Executes events to AG standards, including games, crafts, hair styling and skin care of dolls.
- Maintain ongoing party communications with staff, management, and the Retail Sales and Services department.
- Has knowledge and understanding of local and state health sanitation laws and follows food and workplace safety guidelines.
- Assigns and complete daily tasks and side work assignments for FOH and BOH areas in a consistent and timely manner.
- Has thorough knowledge of the InfoGenesis system and ensures transactions are completed according to company policy.
- Takes the initiative to train, teach and assist teammates, including providing assistance to various areas of the restaurant, when needed.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- High school degree or equivalent, and undergraduate education, preferred.
- Minimum of 6 months’ work experience in customer relations, parties or events.
- One to two years’ experience in a high-volume, fine-casual dining or related restaurant, preferred.
- Experience working with children, preferred.
- Current ServeSafe certification, preferred.
- Good verbal and communication skills are required.
- Must enjoy public speaking, children, and possess a warm and friendly demeanor.
- May be required to perform diverse physical tasks, including some heavy lifting (approximately 30 – 50 pounds), transporting full trays and bus tubs that weigh up to 30 pounds. Constant standing and walking and exposure to a loud working environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
F/M/Disability/Vet
Additional Information
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What It’s Like to Work Here:
American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Who We Are:
American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT), a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
The pay range for this position is between $16 and $18.75 per hour. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Planner
Verify your degree field matches the role
Planner titles cover urban, logistics, supply chain, and financial planning. USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field directly relates to the job duties. A civil engineering degree supports a transportation planner role; a business degree may not.
Look up prevailing wages before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage for your planner SOC code in your target metro. Employers must certify they'll meet prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing the threshold helps you evaluate offers realistically.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed LCAs for planner roles in your target city. Employers with recent filing history have already navigated DOL certification for this occupation, which reduces friction in your sponsorship conversation.
Prioritize government contractors and infrastructure firms
Federal contractors working on transportation, defense, or infrastructure projects regularly sponsor H-1B planners because the roles require specialized degrees and security-related continuity. These employers often file outside peak seasons, which can mean faster LCA processing.
Request cap-exempt filing if a university or nonprofit is hiring
If a research university, nonprofit urban planning organization, or government entity extends you an offer, that employer may qualify as cap-exempt. Cap-exempt H-1B petitions aren't subject to the annual 85,000-slot limit and can be filed at any time of year.
Start the H-1B filing timeline conversation early
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're interviewing in summer or fall, clarify with the employer whether they'll sponsor in the next registration cycle. A 12-month planning horizon prevents gaps in your work authorization.
H-1B Visa Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Planner role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on the specific planner title and whether the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Urban planners, financial planners, and logistics planners typically qualify when the job posting specifies a degree in urban planning, finance, supply chain, or a closely related discipline. Roles where any general business degree suffices are harder to qualify. Reviewing the O*NET profile for your specific SOC code helps confirm the educational requirements USCIS expects.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Planner positions?
Government contractors, transportation agencies, engineering and environmental consulting firms, and large logistics and supply chain operations sponsor H-1B planners with regularity. Municipal and county government entities can also sponsor but may file as cap-exempt if they qualify. Financial planning roles at banks and wealth management firms are another consistent source of LCA filings for planner-titled positions. Browse Migrate Mate to filter active sponsoring employers by planner role and location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Planner job offers?
Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your planner occupation and work location, as determined by DOL wage data. Prevailing wages are tiered from Level I (entry-level) to Level IV (fully competent). If an offer comes in below the prevailing wage for your level, the employer cannot certify the LCA, which blocks the H-1B petition. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage before accepting an offer.
Can I switch Planner jobs on an H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, but the new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your start date with them. Under portability rules established by AC21, you can begin working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Confirm the new role's SOC code aligns with your original petition to avoid complications.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B for a Planner role?
Prepare your official degree transcripts and diploma, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., any professional licenses relevant to the planner specialty, and a detailed description of your job duties aligned to the H-1B specialty occupation standard. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the degree-to-job match is not immediately clear, so having documentation ready that connects your coursework to your planner responsibilities speeds up the process.