Gabriel Rodriguez
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Passionate about guiding others in their spiritual journey, with experience in leadership, mentorship, and team development. Proven ability to engage and inspire youth and young adults through authentic relationship, fostering community, personal growth, and discipleship. Skilled in teaching, counseling, and event coordination, with a heart for helping others discover and steward their God-given gifts. Driven by a personal calling to be for young people what I once needed — a steady source of guidance, encouragement, and truth that leads them closer to knowing the Lord. Committed to creating spaces where faith, purpose, and belonging thrive, leading with humility, vision, and genuine care for people.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Line Crew Member
Qdoba
03.2022 - Current
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Able to work efficiently in fast, high-stress situations
- Provided amazing customer service by greeting customers and quickly fulfilling orders and requests
- Cleaned kitchen area, counters, food preparation areas, and utensils
- Assisted guests with product knowledge and promotional information upon request.
Line Cook
Mission Barbeque
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Communicate to others about what is needed to be done whilst serving
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
Cashier
Walmart
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ministerial Leadership: Christian Ministry
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL04-2026
High School Diploma -
Willmar Public Highschool
Willmar, MN06-2022
Skills
- Reliable Team Member
- Constructive mindset
- Visionary leadership
- Leadership development
- Discipleship
- Interpersonal skills
Leadership Positions
Resident Assistant
Southeastern University (2023-2025)
- Intentionally formed relationships with over 28 residents each year
- Helped foster mental health awareness and resources
- Assisted in Event Planning, Budgeting, Damage Reports, and Room Transfers
- Facilitated culture and environment within hall
- Adept Time Management/Scheduling 1 to 1s
Spiritual Mentorship Coordinator
Southeastern University (2024-Current)
- Over all of Spiritual Mentorship for the Department of Spiritual Formation at SEU
- Managed team of 25 mentors both organizationally and spiritually
- Lead team meetings
- Organizing 1 to 1s with students desiring mentorship with mentors(~50-100 Mentees per semester)
- Team collaboration alongside another coordinator and apprentice
- Constructed and Operated through People
Pastoral Team Member
Southeastern University (2024-Current)
- Co-lead baptisms at SEU Conferences (2024, 2025)
- Attended weekly prayer and intercessory meetings in order to pray for people during altar call moments
- Overseeing Spiritual Mentorship as well as first year coordinator and apprentice
- Hosting and Shadowing the Campus Pastor alongside of Guest Speakers from around the country
House Group Leader
Southeastern University (2023-Current)
- Lead Men's Bible Study
- Groups over 20+ on weekly basis
- Helped mentor, guide, and pray
Timeline
Line Cook
Mission Barbeque
02.2024 - 04.2024
Front Line Crew Member
Qdoba
03.2022 - Current
Cashier
Walmart
03.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Ministerial Leadership: Christian Ministry
Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Willmar Public Highschool