Open To Work
Jignesh Patel
Ocala
Summary
Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at Manzil Fine Indian Dining, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective recruitment and training. Skilled in cost control and vendor negotiation, I consistently surpassed sales targets while fostering strong team collaboration and communication. Passionate about operational excellence and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Manzil Fine Indian Dining
Gainesville
02.2025 - Current
- Recruiting, interviewing and training staff to follow restaurant procedures
- Maintaining safety and food quality standards
- Organizing schedules, keeping track of employees’ hours and recording payroll data
- Ordering food, linens, gloves and other supplies while staying within budget limitations
- Supervising daily shift operations, including front- and back-of-house restaurant operations
- Controlling operational costs and identifying ways to cut waste
- Appraising staff performance and disciplining or retraining employees to correct poor performance
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Owner
Fun Point
Starke
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Elevated mid-week guest reviews by over 20% by launching engaging Family Night events featuring Trivia and Bingo.
- Negotiated vendor agreements and managed inventory to effectively reduce costs and improve profitability.
- Administered payroll, completed all administrative paperwork, and created efficient employee schedules.
- Designed and executed staff training programs on food safety and customer service, resulting in improved customer satisfaction scores.
- Surpassed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets consistently while maintaining operational costs and reducing employee turnover.
- Managed daily opening and closing procedures, including end-of-day deposits and reconciliation.
- Conducted thorough restaurant walk-throughs at shift changes to ensure cleanliness and readiness.
- Oversaw front and back-of-house team operations to guarantee compliance with health regulations and food safety standards.
Sales Planning Analyst
PIM Brands, Inc.
Park Ridge
08.2016 - 10.2023
- Validated and maintained EDI order data and built cross-reference tables for SKU/UPC mapping.
- Collaborated with warehouse teams to coordinate order readiness and ensured successful EDI 940/945 transmissions.
- Managed GDSN data synchronization with trade partners; built and updated item information in 1WorldSync & GS1 for marketing, sales, and brokers.
- Ensured data accuracy using GDSN-certified data pool; generated daily sync status reports.
- Processed monthly, quarterly, and annual rebates, reviewed details with Sales VP prior to Accounts Payable submission.
- Maintained accurate records of rebate contracts, pricing agreements, and promotional activity.
- Utilized AFS Exceedra to centralize sales planning, analyze trade promotions, and monitor trade spend profitability.
- Oversaw promotion program setup, system entry, and approval workflows.
- Gathered and analyzed sales data; resolved discrepancies and generated reports for decision-making.
- Supported technical needs including user access, training, and promotion entry issues for sales teams and brokers.
- Managed Repositrak platform for compliance documentation with customer requirements.
- Acted as liaison for internal and external inquiries, ensuring smooth communication across departments.
- Supported event marketing initiatives and contributed to corporate brand promotions.
- Maintained corporate price lists and participated in monthly sales meetings and quarterly training sessions.
Lifestyle Sales Consultant
Best Buy
Secaucus
04.2015 - 05.2017
- Recognized as a 2015 Best Buy Achiever’s Award winner for outstanding sales and service performance.
- Consistently ranked among the top 5 in average revenue per hour across multiple departments.
- Delivered exceptional customer experiences by providing personalized product recommendations and in-depth knowledge of Best Buy offerings.
- Opened and managed customer credit accounts; assisted with financing options and application processing.
- Operated POS systems with accuracy and efficiency; resolved complex customer service issues with professionalism.
- Collaborated across departments and contributed to a range of store functions including merchandising, inventory stocking, and promotional setup.
- Trained and mentored new hires in company policies, sales techniques, and customer service standards.
- Participated in ongoing e-learning and professional development to stay current on products, trends, and technology.
Logistics Business Analyst
Kuehne Nagel
Jersey City
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Gathered and analyzed business requirements to support the development and enhancement of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes.
- Collaborated with customers, Implementation Managers, and Solution Engineers to onboard clients and define mapping specifications for new and existing EDI integrations.
- Documented comprehensive EDI procedures and maintained process documentation to support system consistency.
- Acted as a liaison between business and IT teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of EDI transmissions.
- Monitored EDI transactions daily, identified errors through system logs, and resolved issues to maintain uninterrupted data flow.
- Worked with a variety of EDI formats and standards including ANSI X12, EDIFACT, XML, and flat files; handled multiple transaction sets such as 810, 850, 856, 860, among others.
- Conducted full unit and parallel testing of both new and migrated EDI maps, validating compliance with business and technical requirements.
- Supported special projects and contributed to continuous process improvement within the logistics and data integration workflow.
Cash Application Coordinator
VERITEXT Legal Solutions
Livingston
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Designed and implemented accounts receivable processes to improve efficiency and support strategic goals.
- Identified process gaps in A/R and cash application workflows; communicated issues and recommended enhancements to management.
- Supervised and trained A/R staff, delegated assignments, and monitored team performance to ensure objectives were consistently met.
- Accurately applied client payments including checks, ACH, wires, lockbox, and credit cards across multiple accounts and systems.
- Analyzed complex payment activity, resolved discrepancies, and processed refunds for overpayments in a timely manner.
- Performed reconciliation of open receivables; supported month-end close and prepared financial reports for leadership.
- Liaised with internal departments and responded to client inquiries to ensure prompt issue resolution.
- Supported external audits by providing detailed documentation and reconciliation reports.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy and responsiveness while balancing administrative and technical cash application tasks.
Specimen Processor
Bio-Reference Laboratories, Inc.
Elmwood Park
05.2011 - 03.2013
- Received, verified, and processed incoming specimens in compliance with laboratory protocols and patient identification standards.
- Accurately unpacked and routed specimens to appropriate processing areas based on type and priority.
- Maintained a strong understanding of the relationship between laboratory tests and corresponding specimens to prevent data entry errors.
- Entered and verified patient and specimen data into the laboratory information system (LIS) with high accuracy.
- Investigated and resolved client inquiries and issues, ensuring prompt documentation and communication across teams.
- Performed duties with attention to detail, confidentiality, and in accordance with strict turnaround time requirements.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
National Vision Administrators, L.L.C.
Clifton
02.2008 - 10.2012
- Accurately processed payments received via checks, lockbox, ACH credits, and wire transfers into Navision accounting system.
- Prepared cash receipt spreadsheets and maintained proper allocation of client funds to ensure accuracy across accounts.
- Managed bi-monthly invoice distributions and customer postage billing using AS400 system.
- Generated and entered marketing commission data; issued broker checks and maintained vendor payables records.
- Oversaw weekly bank deposits and operated secure equipment to sign commission and A/P checks.
- Handled daily collection calls and correspondence to maintain current client account balances and improve cash flow.
- Documented all client communications and payment activity to maintain up-to-date account histories.
- Prepared compliance documentation such as Schedule A & C (Form 5500) upon client request.
- Supported monthly audit preparation, ensuring timely and successful review of receivable reconciliations.
- Reviewed NVA renewal letters monthly and fulfilled ad hoc documentation requests, including W-9 forms.
- Assisted in special projects and assignments as directed by management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Berkeley College
Woodland Park, NJ03-2011
Skills
- Business management
- Operations management
- Cost control
- Schedule management
- Vendor negotiation
- Recruitment and training
- Talent development
- Client management
- Marketing
- Market trend awareness
- Sales reporting
- Account planning
- Forecasting experience
- Data analysis
- EDI transaction processing
- Pricing strategy
- Microsoft Excel
- Reporting skills
- Negotiation
- Team building
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Excellent communication
- Customer service
- Regulatory compliance
- Excellent communication
- Regulatory compliance
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$55000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Owner
Manzil Fine Indian Dining
02.2025 - Current
Owner
Fun Point
04.2023 - 05.2025
Sales Planning Analyst
PIM Brands, Inc.
08.2016 - 10.2023
Lifestyle Sales Consultant
Best Buy
04.2015 - 05.2017
Logistics Business Analyst
Kuehne Nagel
08.2014 - 07.2016
Cash Application Coordinator
VERITEXT Legal Solutions
10.2012 - 08.2014
Specimen Processor
Bio-Reference Laboratories, Inc.
05.2011 - 03.2013
Accounts Receivable Specialist
National Vision Administrators, L.L.C.
02.2008 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Berkeley College