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Kandi Echols

Garner,NC

Summary

Experienced in managing inventory, sales planning and reporting. Detail-oriented and proactive food service leader with an adaptable approach to team and operations management. Seasoned Food Service Manager adept at optimizing department operations by maximizing efficiency, performance and cost controls. Strong communicator and strategic planner with excellent conflict management abilities. Built exceptional rapport with vendors to support consistent and favorable inventory replenishment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Revenue Cycle Representative

Rex/UNC Healthcare
Raleigh, NC
12.2015 - Current
  • Worked outstanding insurance claims having no response from payors, having claim edits, and having received claim form related denials
  • Maintained A/R at acceptable aging levels by prompt follow-up of unpaid claims and denied claims
  • Reviewed credit balances for possible reallocation or refunds.
  • Researched medical records to gather information and substantiate medical justification for procedures as required by insurance carriers.
  • Responsible for the analysis and necessary corrections of patient invoices or accounts as it pertains to clean claim submission or rebills.

General Manager

Ragazzi's Italian Restaurant
Garner, NC
03.2018 - 03.2024
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.

General Manager

Ragazzi's Italian Restaurant
Raleigh, NC
08.1999 - 02.2011
  • Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
  • Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
  • Supervised employees through planning, assignments and direction.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.

Education

BBA -

Durham Technical
Durham NC

Timeline

General Manager

Ragazzi's Italian Restaurant
03.2018 - 03.2024

Revenue Cycle Representative

Rex/UNC Healthcare
12.2015 - Current

General Manager

Ragazzi's Italian Restaurant
08.1999 - 02.2011

BBA -

Durham Technical
Kandi Echols