Ethan Adams
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Management Professional with a strong background in leadership and team management. Proven track record in driving results and ensuring team collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and adapting to dynamic environments. Known for reliability, effective communication, and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Autobell Car Wash Inc
Chesapeake, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards and efficiency in service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer service and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced service times.
- Developed scheduling strategies to optimize labor allocation and meet peak demand periods.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety across all operational areas in the facility.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality, and service expectations.
Director of Youth Ministry
Seven Cities Church
Suffolk, VA
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs to foster spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training, enhancing team effectiveness and program delivery.
- Collaborated with parents and church leaders to align youth ministry goals with overall church vision.
- Managed social media outreach, increasing youth participation through targeted communication strategies.
- Organized retreats and events, creating opportunities for youth connection and personal development.
- Implemented leadership development opportunities for older teens within the ministry context, cultivating a new generation of active contributors to church life.
- Managed and planned youth ministry budget for weekly gatherings and summer camp.
Senior Pastors Assistant
Alive Church
Chesapeake, VA
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted the senior pastor with any needs that were to arise in the church and his personal life
- Transporting their kids
- Administrative work for the church
- Helped planned student events/conference
- Maintaining stock of supplies, food, and drinks for the pastoral green room on campus.
- Served as contact person and source of information to maintain good communication with clients.
- Used scheduling software to delegate resources and manage calendars.
- Gathered and sorted data for inclusion in reports and files.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
- Received and distributed mail, letters and packages.
Shift Manager/Barista
Gather Cafe
Chesapeake, VA
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Led the team in exceeding expectations by prioritizing customer satisfaction while effectively completing tasks
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages efficiently and accurately while maintaining a clean and organized workspace
- Completed sales transactions with customers
- Communicated with other shift managers to facilitate a continuum of customer service.
- Coached employees on interactions with customers to drive exceptional service.
- Managed daily cash intake by counting out registers and tabulating profits.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Helped employees accomplish tasks during peak periods.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and optimal customer service
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance skills and improve performance
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
South Eastern University
Lakeland05-2026
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Suffolk, VA05-2022
Skills
- Data Entry
- Administrative Support
- Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive and professional
- Calendar Management
- Task-oriented
- Customer service
- Money handling
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Autobell Car Wash Inc
08.2025 - Current
Director of Youth Ministry
Seven Cities Church
12.2024 - 08.2025
Senior Pastors Assistant
Alive Church
11.2023 - 08.2024
Shift Manager/Barista
Gather Cafe
07.2021 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
South Eastern University