Brian Taylor
Naples,FL
Summary
Proficient minister in leadership and in the ministry of the church. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. 20 years in ministry service, with many years counseling teens and discipling teens. Effective and dedicated to Gods calling. Will serve him with all my heart until he calls me home.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
The Collier House
Naples, Fl
06.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experiences at our restaurant. I made sure the experience was exceptional.
- Assisted in menu knowledge and wine pairings to guide guest selections effectively.
- Coordinated food delivery from kitchen to tables, ensuring timely service and presentation.
- Trained new servers on restaurant procedures and customer service protocols effectively.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
Store Manager
Black Letter Coffee & Cafe
Naples, FL
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Oversaw daily operations with practiced eye, focusing on efficiency, team collaboration and process improvements.
- Scheduled shifts to minimize labor costs and drive productivity.
- Monitored and adjusted staff schedules based on changing operational demand.
- Set forward-thinking policies to meet business needs and boost team success.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new employees based on strengths, preparedness and work experience.
- Developed employee strengths to improve engagement and remain competitive.
- Resolved problems, provided open communication and recommended discipline and terminations.
Counselor, Teacher, Kitchen and Staff Trainer
Teen Challenge
Meansville, GA
06.2019 - 10.2023
- Counselor- Create and develop care plans for patients to further them in their success in life. Work hands on with their families to build family restoration.
- Kitchen Manager - Lead a team of 10 to cook, plan and prepare 3 meals a day 7 days a week for 50 patients. Menu planning, ordering product, evaluations and development plans.
- Training Facilitator - Facilitate all training material for entire staff of company. Work with, encourage and help them develop their strengths and overcome the opportunities that hindered their growth.
Youth Pastor
New Life Assembley of God
Zebulon, GA
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Lead youth group every Wednesday night and small group Sunday evening.
- Teach 30 to 50 kids a week on basic principles of the Holy Bible.
- Help cultivate their personal relationships in Jesus Christ.
- Prepare sermons, games, outings, and fundraisers.
- Lead one-on-one counseling with teens and adults.
- Led 15 youth leaders. (3 student leaders).
- Counsel individuals (adult and youth) concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
- Develop and manage small groups.
Server
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
McDonough, GA
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Serve guests with positive and motivated attitude.
- Develop and position employees in correct stations.
- Ensure flow of shift is successful and profitable.
Associate Pastor
Point of Grace Ministries
Griffin, GA
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Train and supervise religious education instructional staff.
- Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
- Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
- Analyze revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
Youth Pastor
Oseola Community Church
Osceola, Wisconsin
03.2010 - 05.2015
- Counsel individuals (youth and adult) concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
- Train leaders of church.
- Prepare and execute leadership meetings with church leaders monthly.
- Prepare Personal Development Plans with staff directors.
- Conduct evaluations with church staff.
- Prepare and execute Wednesday youth service.
- Plan outreach and church building strategies.
- Create small groups and outreach programs.
Multi Store Manager/Marketing Coordinator
Papa Murphys
Saint Croix Falls, WI
09.2009 - 05.2015
- Delegated assignments to meet coverage needs and maintain store standards.
- Promoted team-oriented culture with common sales, service and productivity goals.
- Developed employee strengths to improve engagement and remain competitive.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage and control theft.
- Increased employee job satisfaction with hands-on, motivational approach.
- Scheduled shifts to minimize labor costs and drive productivity.
- Built relationships with vendors and monitored supply chain to spot and correct deficiencies.
Assistant cook
St. Croix Tribal Nutrition Site
Webster, Wisconsin
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Plan menus according to needs and diet restrictions.
- Assist Chef in food preparation and serving individuals according to State and Tribal guidelines.
- Home well-checks on Tribal Elders.
- Peel, wash, trim, and cook vegetables and meats, and bake breads and pastries.
- Stock, organize, and clean kitchens and cooking utensils.
Education
GED -
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PAGraduate -
Teen Challenge Training Center
Diploma - Biblical Studies
Global University
Skills
- Excellent people person
- Strives for excellent
- Experienced in multiple areas in the church and ministry
- Extremely flexible and adaptable
- Able to adjust to new things under pressure and under the spot light
- Creates and develops effective strong teams
- Excellent listener
Endorsements
- Larry Mederich, Senior Pastor, Osceola Community Church AOG , 715-417-1589
- Andy Bollant, Senior Pastor, Crossroads Family Church AOG, 715-220-7318
- Patrick Cahill, National Sales Manager, American Color Imaging, 715-491-6952
- Paula Frasl, Director of Operations of G6, 715-338-1596
- Honorable Michael Buchette- (612) 237-9285
Education Licenses
- Licensed Minister, Florida Assemblies of God
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (safety skills for crisis situations with teenagers)
- Food Manager license
- Serv Safe license
- Biblical studies, Global University
- Teen Challenge Training Center Graduate
- Reading Area Community College Graduate
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
The Collier House
06.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Black Letter Coffee & Cafe
11.2023 - 06.2024
Youth Pastor
New Life Assembley of God
03.2021 - 06.2022
Counselor, Teacher, Kitchen and Staff Trainer
Teen Challenge
06.2019 - 10.2023
Server
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
12.2017 - 09.2019
Associate Pastor
Point of Grace Ministries
06.2017 - 03.2018
Assistant cook
St. Croix Tribal Nutrition Site
04.2013 - 05.2015
Youth Pastor
Oseola Community Church
03.2010 - 05.2015
Multi Store Manager/Marketing Coordinator
Papa Murphys
09.2009 - 05.2015
GED -
Reading Area Community College
Graduate -
Teen Challenge Training Center
Diploma - Biblical Studies
Global University