Connor Elliott
Pastor & Server
Elkhorn,NE
Summary
Experienced & dependable food and beverage service provider with a passion for building good rapport with guests and providing the best, most efficient service possible. Talented in handling high volumes, high end dining, interpersonal skills, and facilitating great experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Administrator
Skillwork
03.2024 - Current
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and procedures.
- Research and implement new revenue generating opportunities.
- Prepare and speak at industry trade shows
- Cultivate a better office culture through new activities and initiatives
- Manage calendars, appointments, and budgets for C-Level executives
Young Adults Pastor
Lifegate Church
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Led thriving young adult ministry at growing multi-campus church by establishing new vision, training and recruiting leaders, and helping disciple young adults.
- Created team of volunteer leaders to minister and care for young adults across 4 local campuses.
- Helped grow team of volunteer leaders from 6 to 15 within one year.
- Wrote and led large group prayer meetings for whole church.
- Held regular meetings with volunteer leaders to support, inform, encourage, and train for effective small group ministry
- Utilized theological background to research, write, and edit content for teaching series, including group discussion guides, devotionals, and sermons.
- Built team of content writers for series and regularly provided constructive feedback and editing.
- Wrote and delivered regular sermons for large young adult gatherings of over 100 congregants.
- Collaborated with entire adult ministry team in order to effectively cast vision and lead whole church towards effective small group discipleship model.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and baby dedications.
Server
Tavern 180
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Served as shift lead and helped launch new restaurant and implement procedures for staff
Server
Shadow Ridge Country Club
10.2011 - 05.2016
- Cultivated warm relationships with members and their guests.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Internship Program Director
Lifegate Church
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Developed 2 year ministry training school from scratch using background in education studies.
- Created all inclusive 2 year curriculum to train future ministers in matters of practical theology, bible study, practical ministry skills, and team leadership ability.
- Built program of 6 students to program of 19 students over course of 2 years on limited budget through strategic marketing and thorough recruiting.
- Recruited, interviewed, vetted and onboarded potential students to ministry training school.
- Provided pastoral care and counseling for interns through regular evaluations and one-on-one meetings.
- Created detailed lesson plans and taught regular classes on Bible, leadership, theology, and practical ministry skills.
- Guided interns in career advancement processes leading to post graduation hiring rate of over 75%
- Leveraged social media and public communication skills to effectively market program to local community.
- Managed program's finances and effectively grew size and scope of ministry training program while staying under budget.
Ministry Assistant
Lifegate Church
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Supported Lead Pastor and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care and older adult ministry programs with calendar organization, administrative support.
- Aided lead pastor in sermon preparation, editing, and biblical/theological research.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry, including youth, men's, women's, and community outreach.
- Coordinated congregational and community events through recruiting, training, and inspiring teams of volunteers.
- Managed teams of up to 20 volunteers.
Real Estate Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
- Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
- Maintained relationships with clients through follow up communication, gifts, and acts of service
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Created and implemented marketing plans to drive sales and coached fellow team members on new strategies for maximum results.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
Assistant Soccer Coach
Elkhorn South High School
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Wrote and prepared daily practice plans for specific training areas.
- Provided encouragement, leadership, and inspiration to athletes through individual and group meetings.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Collaborated with other coaches and parents to work towards athletic goals and high educational standards.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Server
Grisanti's Italian Restaurant
09.2013 - 05.2015
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Golf Cart Attendant
Shadow Ridge Country Club
10.2012 - 05.2016
- Cared for the golf needs of members
- Developed meaningful rapport with club members
- Assisted golf club members by carrying clubs from range to cart and setting stations with required balls.
- Prepared golf carts daily by stocking pencils, tees, scorecards, and towels.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical And Theological Studies
Western Seminary
Portland, OR 09.2018 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Arts - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE 09.2012 - 2016.12
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn South High School
Omaha, NE 08.2008 - 2012.05
Skills
Pastoral counseling
Public speaking
Spiritual leadership
Volunteer Management
Interpersonal Communication
MS Office
Planning and Coordination
Curriculum coordination
Hiring coordination
Training and Development
Hospitality service expertise
Certification
Licensed Real Estate Professional
Timeline
Executive Administrator
Skillwork
03.2024 - Current
Young Adults Pastor
Lifegate Church
12.2021 - 03.2024
Internship Program Director
Lifegate Church
03.2020 - 03.2024
Master of Arts - Biblical And Theological Studies
Western Seminary
09.2018 - 2021.12
Ministry Assistant
Lifegate Church
02.2018 - 11.2021
Server
Tavern 180
05.2016 - 02.2017
Real Estate Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
01.2016 - 12.2018
Licensed Real Estate Professional
01-2016
Assistant Soccer Coach
Elkhorn South High School
02.2014 - 05.2016
Server
Grisanti's Italian Restaurant
09.2013 - 05.2015
Golf Cart Attendant
Shadow Ridge Country Club
10.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Nebraska At Omaha
09.2012 - 2016.12
Server
Shadow Ridge Country Club
10.2011 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Elkhorn South High School
08.2008 - 2012.05
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