Jaden Kaplan

Experience

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  Frank's Pizza

  Feb 2018 - Aug 2018

  Counter Staff

  Assisted guests, including personable greetings and taking orders at the main counter.Accurately entered customer orders into the order system; checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals.

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  Shahbaz Elite

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  Afterschool Care Provider

  Supervised 10 children between ages of 3 and 4 on a weekly basis to foster a safe environment.Tracked allergies and dietary restrictions to solidify that the correct meals and snacks were given to every child.

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  The George Washington University School of Business

  Aug 2020 - May 2024

  Student

  Major in Business (BSB) with a concentration in Finance; Minor in Criminal Justice

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  Char Bar DC

  Feb 2021 - May 2024

  Event and Operations Coordinator

  Communicated with an array of clients over every Jewish high holiday to create menus, schedule deliveries, and facilitate tasks to increase restaurant revenues.Gained comprehensive experience across functional areas, such as Finance, Operations, Client Satisfaction, and Foodservice.Processed weekly deliveries to local synagogues and institutions using new contactless payment services to improve customer retention amid COVID restrictions.

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  Camp Pontiac

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Summer Camp Counselor

  Utilized individual camper background such as family history, allergies, and crucial information to provide a smooth summer amid COVID restrictions.Fostered relationships with 100+ campers and four co-workers to enhance teamwork and communication skills.Facilitated rigorous golf training for motivated players; campers achieved incremental growth throughout the summer.

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  Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Programming Director

  Managed Philanthropy, Heritage, and Social committees to ensure tasks were met regarding University guidelines.

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  FitBack

  Jun 2022 - Jul 2022

  Business Development Intern

  Performed financial and industry due diligence to present recommendations to CEO for improving the artificial intelligence software.Proactively supported and communicated with my team on advancing the business across Israel by developing new social media strategies.Managed a summer project, utilizing PowerPoint and Excel Spreadsheet, that analyzed FitBack’s progression.

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  Nestlé

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Finance and Control Intern

  Developed a comprehensive waste tracking and mitigation tool employing Microsoft Excel and internal company databases, driving accountability towards waste aggravations for the Global Brands team. Collaborated cross-functionally with supply chain and corporate waste teams, seamlessly integrating diverse data sources into the tool’s framework for efficient performance.Presented the waste tracking tool to Nestlé USA’s senior finance leadership, highlighting its potential to generate significant annual savings for the Global Brands team. Show less

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  Flik Hospitality Group

  Jul 2024 - Mar 2025

  Manager In Training

  Completed an intensive 8-month Manager-In-Training program at FLIK Hospitality, honing skills in operational management, leadership, and client service at Disney/ABC Studios.Led a team of 30+ in high-volume dining and catering operations, serving up to 2,000 covers daily and coordinating catering for major television shows, including "The View," "Live with Kelly and Mark," and "World News Tonight with David Muir."Managed the strategic relocation of operations from uptown to downtown, ensuring continuity and minimal disruption in high-stakes environments. Demonstrated leadership in critical food safety incident resolutions, upholding customer trust and compliance.Drove enhancements in kitchen operations and menu innovation, significantly boosting client satisfaction. Oversaw all facets of operational logistics, including inventory management and quality control.Implemented a custom attendance tracking system, enhancing workforce management and accountability through advanced Excel analytics. Show less

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  Hillstone Restaurant Group

  Apr 2025 - now

  Restaurant Manager