JOSEPH A. PISCITELLO
*** ****** *** / *********, ** 43004
614-***-**** / ablosv@r.postjobfree.com
OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Multi-Facility Financial Management
Accomplished Operations Manager with a strong foundation in financial management (budget forecasting, AP/AR and auditing) for multi-
locations. Proven accomplishments in:
8+ years management role with finances of business to exceed $1.75 million per unit.
Tracked millions in inventory: maintained inventory counts and reduced overstocks/write-offs.
Developed comprehensive training plan that outlined exact path for individuals to achieve career goals.
Promoted 15 associates to positions of increased responsibilities.
Improved customer service scores from 64% to 94%.
Operational Strengths Include:
Inventory Management Project Management Employee Engagement
Training & Development Quality Control Strategic Planning
Risk Management Multi-Facility Management Public Relations
Client Relationships Process Improvement Supervision
Financial Strengths Include:
Cash Flow Analysis Food & Labor Costing Auditing
Vendor Management Accounts Payable GAAP
Budget Forecasting Accounts Receivable Multi-Unit Finance
Masters of Business Administration – Management / The University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts – Economics / The Ohio State University
Doctorate of Business Administration-specialization in Leadership / Walden University
Accounting Certifications (Harvard University Mentorship & Design):
Budget Preparation & Management Vendor – Accounts Receivables Finance Essentials
Global Finance Vendor Approval Process Sticking to Budget
Invoicing Risk Management US Patriot Act
Additional Certifications:
Management & Coaching Harassment Prevention Managing Difficult
Capitalizing on Change Innovation & Creativity Interaction
HR Management Implementing Strategy Succession Planning &
Team Leadership/ Business Decisions Goals
Motivation Presentation Creation Persuasion & Negotiation
Advanced knowledge of PeopleSoft and MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Marriott International / Columbus, OH / 2004 - Present
Manage day-to-day operation and finance functions for 2 locations with $3 million budget, 5 direct and 250
indirect reports.
Accomplishments:
Recipient of Hotel of the Quarter, Winter 2004 and Fall 2005.
Improved outside auditing scores from 60% to 80% within 6-months.
Substantially improved kitchen operations by enforcing policies and procedures. Outcome: increased
profit, productivity, and associate scores (Guest Satisfaction and Associate Opinion Survey).
Developed front desk checklist that was adopted region-wide.
Designed professional display unit that is currently used in all meeting rooms throughout nation.
Progressively advanced through organization (Operations Specialist, Front Desk Supervisor and
Guest Care Supervisor) through chain (Courtyard by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott, The
Columbus Renaissance Hotel, SprongHill Suites by Marriott, TownePlace Suites by Marriott).
LOAN OFFICER / Acc-U-Rate Mortgage Company / Toledo, OH / 2002 - 2004
Processed and closed loan applications for refinance/new home loans and second mortgages/home equity
loans. Prepared weekly activity reports. Established and maintained strong customer relations. Prospected
and maintained existing accounts. Supervised 2 associates. Closed on $1.5 million in loans.
SALES MERCHANDISER / The Central Beverage Company / Columbus, OH / 2000 - 2002
Worked closely with sales representatives on product promotions. Oversaw inventory merchandising,
decorating point of sales, building displays, and quality assurance. Awarded highest profile routes: Dublin,
Worthington, and Delaware. Promoted within 3 months due to outstanding performance. Received 95%
on 2 audits.
MANAGER / Four Kegs Bar & Grille - Panini’s Bar & Grille / Columbus, OH / 1998 - 2002
Managed $5 million restaurant. Oversaw daily operations. Responsible for hiring and training of new
associates, quality assurance, vendor management, customer service, scheduling, human resources, and
AP/AR. Supervised 50 individuals. Spearheaded employee-training program contributing to qualified to
reduction of employee turnover.